I asked my vegetarian friend to give me one of the diets that she usually take. And this is what she gave me. Breakfast: Vegetarian bacon with toast, yogurt and fruit Lunch: Linguine Florentine with fruit and salad Dinner: Tofu and bean enchiladas with fruit and salad Snack: Cottage cheese with fruit cocktail
The plan is best for you if:
- You prefer to exclude some or all animal products from your meal plan.
- You want a meal plan tailored to your preferences while still maintaining convenience and flexibility.
- You need guidance on how to eat a balanced vegetarian diet that includes adequate protein, vitamins and minerals.
The plan may not be good for you if:
- You wish to cut down on animal products in your meal plan, but you do not like any soy products.
- You want a lower-carbohydrate meal plan.
Food that may not be allowed:
- animal products such as meat, milk, eggs, animal fabric: depending on your preference or your category of being vegetarian - vegan, lacto-ovo or others.
Diet Summary: The Vegetarian diet plan is designed for anyone who wants to reduce or eliminate animal products in their diet. This plan offers three options -- vegan (completely plant-based), lacto-vegetarian (allowing dairy) and lacto-ovo-vegetarian (allowing dairy and eggs). The Vegetarian meal plan will include high-fiber foods such as whole grains, whole-grain breads/cereals, legumes, soy foods, fruit and vegetables to provide a variety of options.