Think about the foods that you and your family eat everyday.
- Do you use special spices and herbs -- like cilantro, basil or curry?
- Do you cook your foods a certain way -- like bake or stir-fry?
Group | Type | Some Examples |
---|---|---|
Fruits | Fresh, frozen, canned, dried, or 100% fruit juice | Apples, grapes, peaches, mangos, 100% orange juice |
Veggies | Fresh, frozen, canned, dried, or 100% veggie juice | Green beans, beets, carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, onions, 100% tomato juice |
Grains | Whole grains from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley or other grains | Whole grain bread, brown rice, whole grain pasta, oatmeal, popcorn |
Protein | Lean meat, poultry, seafood, beans, peas, eggs, soy products, nuts and seeds | Lean beef, chicken, tuna, black beans, lentils, almonds, veggie burgers |
Dairy | Fat-free or low fat milk and milk products | Skim milk, low-fat yogurt, cottage cheese, cheedar cheese |
How are you trying to "Eat Right" with MyPlate?
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