3. Sweet potatoes
This creamy, vibrant orange (although some may vary in color like beige or purple) root vegetable is also versatile — it can be fried, roasted, boiled, sauteed, mashed, baked or air fried. Sweet potatoes contain tons of fiber, vitamin C, potassium and beta-carotene (a natural orange pigment found in plants that the body converts into vitamin A). One large sweet potato contains 400% of the daily recommended intake for vitamin A. According to Mayo Clinic, vitamin A helps you maintain optimal vision and supports a healthy immune system.
4. Pasta
You’re probably excited to see another fan favorite on this list. Pasta is made from wheat, which is a grain — one of the basic food groups in a balanced diet. Some types of pasta are stripped of their nutrients during the refining process. However, most are fortified with folate, iron and vitamin B. If you’re looking for a refined-free option, try whole grain pasta — which has been proven to satiate you for longer — or pasta made of vegetables. Chickpea pasta has become popular recently and is rich in fiber and protein, making it an excellent choice for those following a vegan or vegetarian diet.