Well-planned plant-based diets are not just healthy and nutritious but may also help to prevent heart disease, type-2 diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.
Almonds
Almonds are amongst the world’s most famous tree nuts. They are a rich source of protein and can be consumed as a protein-rich alternative to an unhealthy snack like potato chips.
Citrus fruits
We have been consuming citrus fruits like oranges, lemon, grapefruit, and sweet lime our whole lives. The best part of consuming citrus fruits is that they are high in fibre and low in calories. They are an excellent source of vitamin C, antioxidants, folate, and potassium.
Root vegetables
Some of the most widely consumed root vegetables are onions, beetroot, potatoes, sweet potato, ginger, carrots etc. They stay fresh for much longer when compared to the other vegetables. They contain antioxidants that can help to fight free radicals.
Lentils (dals)
Lentils, popularly known as ‘dals’, come in red, yellow, and white variants (moong, tur, channa, masoor, urad). They all belong to the legume family and contain high levels of protein and fibre. They are easy to prepare and are a good source of protein.
