Need More Fiber?

5:15 PM Jackie Mart 0 Comments

Eat beans! These legumes are full of fiber, (get that colon moving!) protein, (build muscle) iron, and B vitamins! (more energy) Three quick options you can whip up with few ingredients. Be sure to keep a few extra cans in your pantry! 


Red Bean Salad

1 Can red kidney beans; rinsed (no salt added)
Corn
Chopped red & green bell peppers
Chopped cilantro
Hot pepper sauce 
*You can also add an avocado! 




Chickpea Quinoa Salad

1 Can chickpeas; rinsed (garbanzo beans) (no salt added) 
Cooked quinoa
Baby spinach
Cooked, cubed beets
Feta cheese









Black Bean and Mango Salsa


1 Can black beans; rinsed (no salt added) 
Mango, peeled and chopped
Diced red onion
Lime juice
Ground cumin











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