3. Açaí.
You’ve probably noticed that this tropical fruit hailing from South America is gaining popularity in smoothie bars, health food restaurants and grocery stores nationwide. “The açaí berry is incredibly high in free-radical fighting antioxidants,” says Poon. “An açaí bowl topped with nut butter and fresh berries make a delicious and nutritious morning meal.” Double down on these superfoods with our Açai-Balsamic-Glazed Roasted Root and Quinoa Bowl.
4. Leafy greens.
Leafy green vegetables — including kale, collard greens, spinach and Swiss chard — supply you with calcium, a necessary nutrient that is often lacking in people on a plant-based diet. “I recommend these every day to provide minerals, such as calcium, and so many nutrients,” says plant-powered dietitian Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN. “They are also low in calories, and so versatile, that you can enjoy them cooked or raw.”