Avocados are one of the best foods for plant-based converts, says celebrity chef, nutritionist and reiki master Serena Poon, CN, CHC, CHN. “Not only will they add flavor to any meal, but they are also incredibly nutrient-dense, supplying fiber, monounsaturated fats, and vitamins and minerals such as folate, vitamins E and K, potassium, riboflavin, and copper.” Try our Avocado Chimichurri Bruschetta recipe.
Quinoa may taste and act like a grain, but Poon says it also supplies complete proteins, containing all nine essential amino acids. Quinoa is also high in fiber, antioxidants and essential vitamins and minerals such as thiamin, vitamin B6, iron, manganese, magnesium and phosphorus. This grain can be used as a replacement for rice and can be one of your main plant-based staples.