Water Rich Foods

Tip 1 : Fruit purees make colorful sauces. Simply crush fresh fruit like strawberries or ripe peaches and serve over waffles or angel food cake.

Tip 2 : Vary your protein choices at a barbecue. Try bean burgers, soy hot dogs, or grilled tofu. Use a low-salt marinade to add flavor.

Tip 3 : Add toasted peanuts or cashews--instead of meat--as the protein food in a vegetable stir-fry.

Tip 4 : Looking for plant-based protein? Give veggie burgers a try. Burgers made from beans, soy, or vegetables are available.

Tip 5 : Make your own vegetarian burgers with cooked black beans, mushrooms, seasonings, and egg or oatmeal. Form into patties and pan grill.

Tip 6 : Add protein to your salads. Try different ingredients like eggs, tuna, grilled shrimp, chickpeas, or black beans.

Tip 7 : Try mixing different textures of fruits. For example, apples are crunchy, bananas are smooth and creamy, and oranges are juicy.

Tip 8 : Vary the fruits you choose to get a wider range of nutrients.

Tip 9 : Need a dip for your fruit? Mix plain yogurt with a dash of vanilla, or add your favorite spice, like cinnamon, for a new flavor.

Tip 10 : Fresh pork is a good source of protein. The leanest choices include pork loin, tenderloin, center loin, and ham.