Description
Discover iron-rich plant foods that surpass spinach, along with meal ideas to improve your iron intake.
Ingredients
- Lentils
- Kidney beans
- Chickpeas
- Blackstrap molasses
- Pumpkin seeds
- Quinoa
- Tofu
- Tempeh
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Amaranth
- Soybeans/edamame
Instructions
- Incorporate lentils into soups or salads.
- Make chili with kidney beans for a hearty dish.
- Roast chickpeas with spices for a snack.
- Use blackstrap molasses in baking or yogurt.
- Add pumpkin seeds to salads.
- Cook quinoa as a side or base.
- Include tofu in stir-fries or salads.
- Use tempeh for a protein-packed meal.
- Mix sun-dried tomatoes into pasta dishes.
- Snack on soybeans or add to salads.
Notes
Pair iron-rich foods with vitamin C sources for better absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Various
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: iron-rich, plant foods, spinach, vegan, dietary tips, healthy eating