Don’t eat fish?
We’ve found the best plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids to add to your diet.
Some of these foods have even more omega-3s than salmon.
There are no established recommended amounts for omega-3 fatty acids, except for ALA.
It can be just as difficult for vegans and vegetarians who avoid fish.
But fish isn’t the only omega-3 claim to fame.
This powerhouse nutrient is abundant in several different plants, as well.
They will not only boost your omega-3 intake but also deliver dozens of other important nutrients for optimal health.
Omnivores may want to incorporate these vegan sources of omega-3 fats into their diets, too!
A tablespoon of flaxseed oil supplies about 7 g of ALA, per theUSDA.
Just one ounce of walnutscontains 2.5 g of ALA, more than double the daily recommendation for women.
We love using them in pesto, like in ourChicken & Vegetable Penne with Parsley-Walnut Pesto.
We love using nori in homemade maki rolls, and it provides a fantastic umami flavor.
We also love canola oil for its versatilitythanks to its light and neutral flavor and low-saturated fat content.
Hempseeds
We love hempseeds for their amazing nutritional profile.
A 3-tablespoon serving of hempseeds satisfies your daily ALA needs, per theUSDA.
But that’s not all.
These seeds are super versatile and can make their way to your plate at breakfast, lunch or dinner.
OurGreek Salad with Edamameis delicious proof of that!
They are also a good source of iron and folateboth important nutrients for a healthy pregnancy and overall health.
Kidney beans are super versatile and used in a wide variety of cuisines to add texture and plant protein.
Chia seeds made the superfood listand for good reason.
