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Zinc-Rich Diet For Vegetarians: Here Are 6 Easy-To-Cook Food Options For You!

Zinc is a very important nutrient but how can you get it if you are a vegetarian?

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Written By: Kinkini Gupta | Updated: March 27, 2024, 12:07 PM

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6 Foods Rich In Zinc

If you are a vegetarian, it can be hard to pick foods which are highly nutritious. You may feel that your options are slightly limited compared to non-vegetarians. But, this is a misconception. Even for vegetarians or vegans, there are plenty of foods that contain all the necessary nutrients. Read on to find out what you must eat to get zinc in your body.

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Chickpeas

Chickpeas are very easily available and can be cooked in many different ways. You can make it in typical Indian style or eat it with salad or mix it with other lentils. The bottom line is that it is a very good source of zinc. Also Read - 5 Zinc Rich Foods To Boost Immunity In Monsoon   

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Lentils

Lentils have to be the most easily available food type. The best way to cook lentils is by making it into a curry. It is very rich in since, protein, low in fat and high in fibre.

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Oats

Oats are also rich in zinc. It can be cooked and consumed very easily. You can eat it raw with milk or blend it with your smoothie or cook it into a curry. It is also rich in fibre and low in calories.  Also Read - Zinc-Rich Foods For Women: 8 Options To Choose From

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Hemp Seeds

Hemp seeds are loaded with zinc and unsaturated fat. Since they come in the form of seeds, you can consume them by adding it into your cereal bowl or smoothie or with salads. Just sprinkle some seeds in your food and that is it.

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Mushrooms

Another delicious food rich in zinc. You can add mushrooms in your salad bowl, pasta, spaghetti, make a curry out of it or even have them in sautéed form.