Iron is one element that vegans often struggle to find naturally in their diets. Luckily, there are some extremely tasty vegan foods that act as great sources of iron. All of these foods are so delicious, anyone would be glad to add them to their daily diet.
5. Dried Fruit, Raisins
One serving of raisins contains 17% of the daily dose of iron. Raisins are an easy snack to eat when you're on the go and they are great for sweet treats. Raisins also go well with other foods. Sprinkle them over your cereal in the morning or bake them into scones or cookies for an added boost of iron.
4. Potatoes
Potatoes can be used in a number of dishes, from breakfast home fries to a fresh potato salad. Each serving also provides 18% of our recommended daily allotment of iron. If in doubt of how to serve, simply cut into chunks, boil in water until slightly tender and then fry in a pan with a spritz of oil and some salt and pepper. Yum!
3. Edamame
Edamame or soybeans are so ridiculously tasty, so easy to prepare and they provide 20% of your daily dose of iron. They can be purchased fresh or frozen in the shells. Simply pour out the amount you want to eat in a microwave-safe bowl. Splash with a bit of water and microwave for one minute. Stir them at the end of a minute and pop them back in the microwave for a minute and a half or until they are cooked through. Crack salt and pepper over the bowl when they are done. To eat, suck on the side of the pod and the soybeans should pop out. Do not eat the seed pod.
2. Hummus
Hummus is a delicious dip for veggies, chips or warm pita bread. Made from chickpeas, hummus provides a whopping 33% of your daily intake of iron. You can find many varieties and flavors of hummus, such as roasted pepper and garlic, at your local grocer. If you have a blender or food processor, you can also easily make your own hummus at home by blending chickpeas, tahini (or peanut butter), lemon juice, garlic and olive oil.
1. Seaweed or Nori
Seaweed or Nori is the dark paper-like substance that is wrapped around your sushi rolls. It is packed with 33% of your daily intake of iron. With the endless varieties of sushi to make or try, you could eat nori every day and never get bored. Many grocery stores sell sushi rolls and nori sheets for you to make your own sushi.
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