A plant-based diet involves consuming more plant foods, and can be either flexitarian, vegetarian or vegan. This means eating lots of vegetables, fruits, plant proteins, nuts & seeds, and starchy carbohydrates.
We all know it’s important to have a healthy balanced diet, and while some might think reducing animal products will impact on getting important vitamins and minerals, a more plant-based diet actually has plenty of nutritional value and comes with lots of health benefits!
What is Plant-Based Protein?
Protein is a staple macronutrient that we all need to consume and it plays an important role in helping our bodies grow, develop and repair. While reaching for some meat might seem like the default choice when it comes to topping up the protein, plant-based protein is a great alternative that provides numerous nutrients – it also has sustainability benefits too.
Pea protein is a prime example of this, so make sure you stock up your freezers with some of our nutritious Green Cuisine products. Peas are a naturally good source of protein, and whole peas also contain plenty of vitamin C and fibre, so you’ll be hap-pea to know that they have numerous benefits!
Birds Eye Meat-Free Green Cuisine Range
If you’re not feeling particularly inspired about eating vegetables all day long, then worry not, because we have a delicious meat-free Green Cuisine range just for you! The range includes Chicken-free Nuggets and Chicken-free Southern Fried Strips which both contain plenty of pea protein, fibre and are low in saturated fat – and better still, they are just as delicious as our original Chicken Nuggets!
You also don’t have to worry about missing out on your favourite red meat products either; meatballs, sausages and burgers are all available in our Green Cuisine meat-free range, perfect for plant-based mealtimes!
If you’re looking for some more inspiration on how to make tasty purely plant-based meals, then check out our vegan recipes. Alternatively, if you’re looking for something plant-based to eat while you’re on the move, then take a look at our vegan picnic ideas for some easy snacks inspiration.