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Give Your Meals a Fiber-Friendly Makeover


  • Author: mrrachidmohssine
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to easily incorporate more fiber into your meals for better digestion and overall health.


Ingredients

  • Beans (kidney, black, chickpeas)
  • Oats
  • Broccoli
  • Carrots
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Raspberries
  • Apples (with skin)
  • Pears
  • Whole grain bread
  • Chia seeds
  • Flaxseeds
  • Cut-up veggies

Instructions

  1. Start your day by adding chia or flaxseeds to your yogurt.
  2. Swap out half the white flour in recipes for whole wheat flour.
  3. Add beans or lentils to soups and salads for added fiber.
  4. Top fruit with cinnamon or yogurt for an interesting twist.
  5. Replace white bread with whole grain or sprouted grain.
  6. Keep frozen mixed veggies on hand for easy meal additions.

Notes

Aim for at least 25-35 grams of fiber daily and gradually increase your intake to avoid digestive discomfort.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Mixing and Cooking
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 15g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: fiber, healthy eating, vegetarian recipes, meal prep, nutrition