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5 Vegan diet foods to opt for this leap year

A well-planned vegan diet contains all the nutrients that our body needs, and it is suitable for every age and stage of life.

Written by Sanyukta Baijal | Updated : March 2, 2020 1:21 PM IST

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Vegan-diet

2020 is a very special year. Not only because it rings in a new decade but also because it is a Leap Year. That is, we get a whole extra day. Now, isn’t it interesting? So, why not opt for some healthy habits like trying a vegan diet. A well-planned vegan diet contains all the nutrients that our body needs, and it is suitable for every age and stage of life. According to some researches, vegan diets result in lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol and lower rates of heart disease. It also reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes and a few types of cancer. Check out these Indian vegan diet foods which you should replace your regular meal with, to stay fit.

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Coriander Upma

Looking for something tasty to relish for breakfast? Here is a South Indian recipe, Coriander Upma, which is a healthier and tastier version of the regular Upma. Coriander works wonders in lowering blood-sugar, and it is rich in immune-boosting antioxidants. Also Read - Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Living With A Rare Disease

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Grilled Broccoli

Grill Broccoli marinated with lemon and black pepper. This will make it crisp and will add a tangy tone to it. This delicious treat can be a great pick as an evening snack. Broccoli is also very healthy and rich in fibre, antioxidants and vitamin A.

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Mixed Vegetable Soup

Try this hot and spicy vegan recipe, which is rich in vegetables like cauliflower, tomatoes, carrots. Mixed veg soup is not only good as a healthy diet but also refreshes your palate with the peppy flavours of mint and coriander. Also Read - How To Use Black Sesame Seeds Oil For Grey Hair?

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Rice Cooked Idli

It is much easier to cook this version of idli than the traditional one and this is low in calorie count also. One Cooked rice idli has 42 calories where 33 calories come from carbohydrates, 7 from proteins and the rest of the 3 comprises of fat.