25 High Fiber Foods That Don’t Taste Like Sawdust

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16. Almonds

One of the most popular tree nuts around, almonds is super tasty and high in many nutrients, including fiber. One ounce of shelled almonds has 3.5 grams of fiber as well as plenty of healthy fats, vitamin E, and magnesium. Almonds make one of the best snacks around so feel free to grab a handful!

 

17. Broccoli

Yep, you knew this one would be on this list. Cruciferous vegetables are some of the most nutrient dense foods around, not to mention some of the best fiber rich foods as well. One cup of broccoli has 2.4 grams of fiber.

 

18. Popcorn

Yes! Can you say movie night?! Air popped popcorn is super tasty and super high in fiber with almost no calories. 100 grams of popcorn has 14.5 grams of fiber. Don’t add tons of fat, which is what makes popcorn unhealthy, but try a little turmeric or garlic salt for some natural flavor.

 

19. Lentils

Not only are lentils a great way to stretch your food budget, but they are also super nutritious. Lentils are high in both fiber and protein with one cup of cooked lentils having 15.6 grams of fiber. Also, lentil soup is so good on a cold day!

 

20. Oats

These are probably the healthiest of all grains. Oats are high in minerals, protein, and antioxidants. Oats have a type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan, which has been shown to be super beneficial when it comes to lowering cholesterol levels and blood sugar levels. With 16.5 grams of fiber in one cup of raw oats, is there any reason you shouldn’t be eating more oatmeal?

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