So as a Newbie what PROTIEN foods can I eat or should I be eating?

Still in Pureed food category, what can I eat that will give me the protien I need?

According to the guidelines my NUT gave me - chili and low-fat meatloaf, without beans, low-fat cottage cheese, hard boiled egg, with light mayo, tuna with light mayo, lean ground beef or turkey with low-sugar spaghetti sauce.  Everything should be blended except the cottage cheese.  I would really encourage you to talk to your nutritionist.

The Good Protein Chart

 

Protein can help you shed those unwanted pounds and keep your belly full. But it's important to eat the right amount and the right kind of protein to get the health benefits.

Fish & Seafood

Seafood is one of the best sources of protein because it's usually low in fat. Fish such as salmon is a little higher in fat but it is the heart-healthy kind: omega-3 fatty acids.

White-Meat Poultry

Stick to the white meat of poultry for excellent, lean protein. Dark meat is higher in fat. The skin is loaded with saturated fat, so remove skin before cooking.

Milk, Cheese Yogurt

Not only are dairy foods excellent sources of protein but they also contain valuable calcium. Choose skim or low fat dairy to keep bones and teeth strong, prevent osteoporosis and enhance weight loss.

Eggs

Eggs are one of the least expensive forms of protein. The American Heart Association says normal healthy adults can safely enjoy an egg a day.

Beans

One-half cup of beans contains as much protein as 3 ounces of broiled steak. Plus, these nutritious nuggets are loaded with fiber to keep you feeling full for hours.

Pork Tenderloin

This great and versatile white meat is 31% leaner than 20 years ago.

Soy

Twenty five grams of soy protein daily can help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Combine soy protein foods like tofu with a healthy low fat diet.

Lean Beef

Lean beef has only one more gram of saturated fat than a skinless chicken breast. Lean beef is also an excellent source of zinc, iron and vitamin B12.

Protein on the Go

Grab a meal replacement drink, cereal bar or energy bar. Check the label to be sure the product contains at least 6 grams of protein, and is low in sugar and fat.

Here is my list from my WLS office~ Hope it helps!!!

smooth light yogurt (no lumps or food particles present)
sugar free pudding
cream of wheat made with milk , with added protein powder or powdered milk to increas protein
blenderized tender meats and cottage cheese (any brand, 2% fat or less)
ricotta cheese (1% or less)
thinned instant mashed potatoes (with added protein or powdered milk to up protein)
blenderized/food processed fruits and veggies with no added sugar , drain juice, NO FRUIT IN SYRUP!! (avoid skins and membranes by using a strainer if needed)

sample menu:

breakfast: 2-4tbsp light yogurt
            2-4tbsp cream of wheat made loose with milk/add protein powder or milk powder added

lunch:  2-6tbsp chicken breast pureed w/cream soup
             2 tbsp pureed banana

dinner: 2-6 fish pureed w/liquid (broth or cream soup)
              2 tbsp sloppy mashed potatoes

Protein supplement: 8-12 oz anytime between meals(keep 30/30 rule in mind)

Keep in mind to make something high protein (with low fat/low sugar) and eat that first. Then eat the supplement fruit or veggie. Thats the basics of this phase.. and just needs to be the pureed version.  I agree with Therese that if you're having struggles eating during this phase I'd contact your NUT too. They should have provided you with a list of proteins and diet phases.

At that stage, I lived on 1/2 cup cottage cheese with about 1Tbsp salsa for flavor.   I also ate (and stll do!) a 1/2 cup FAge 0% yogurt with a scoop of flavoried protein powder.  (that alone can give you around 40g protein and it tastes great if you get the right protein and find one you like.)

I also ate a lot of shrimp salad... I just bought cooked, peeled shrimp and put that in my food processor with the lowfat/nonfat mayo,  or sour cream, or yogurt.. added some chives/salt/pepper for flavor and made it into mush.  Tastes yummy if you like seafood.

Fat-Free refriend beans with low-fat sour cream was great....

You can also heat up some ricotta and put sugar-free marinara on there for instant faux-lasagne.

Another great thing to mix in the Fage yogurt is 1T sugar-free pudding mix... I like to use either cheesecake or pistacchio and it takes like a great dessert.

STAY AWAY FROM MASHED POTATOES!   Sigh.. I can't believe how many nuts suggest that.  You do not want to start with the carbs at this stage..   if you must, make faux mashed potatoes out of cauliflower!!