What are some of the things you use to get enough protein post op?

As my surgeon and dietician want me to get my protein from real food as opposed to protein supplements, I am wondering (besides protein supplements), what kinds of foods do some of you use to make sure you get enough protein in your diets? I am 5 wks post op and have tried foods such as egg salad, tuna w/ low fat mayo, baby food chicken, Boost Plus (yuck)which my surgeon recommends post op, and I plan on trying to puree beans when I am a little further along. Nuts are supposed to be loaded w/ protein (plus fat) and my dietician just told me to try low fat cheeses melted over an egg for high quality protein. She said that the protein found in the white of an egg is the best form of protein that can be found. Any other suggestions? I still have not tried beef as of yet. I plan on using some Gerber baby beef first to see how I can handle it before going on to other forms of beef. I know that protein has to be the most important part of my new diet so that is why I need some variety and good quality proteins. Thanks in advance for your help.

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