Beans and legumes are the perfect way for vegans to get their fair share of daily protein. However, meat-eaters and vegetarians alike can benefit from the rich nutrition of these healthy foods.
Garbanzo Beans
Also known as chickpeas, these beans are an excellent source of protein and can be made into delicious Middle Eastern dishes such as hummus. They can also be incorporated into meat substitute dishes such as veggie burgers.
Navy Beans
These awesome beans got their name because they were a major part of a sailor’s diet in the US Navy. They contain lots of folates, a special B Vitamin that’s responsible for helping to produce red and white blood cells in the body.
Lima Beans
These fiber-filled beans have a creamy, buttery, texture, which gave them the nickname “butter beans.” They are considered the perfect pre-work out meal due to their high complex carb content.
Great Northern Beans
Just one cup of these beans supplies 12 grams of fiber, which is half of the recommended daily value. Great northern beans are also very high in magnesium—an important mineral that helps the body perform crucial tasks.
