15Legumes
One other class of food low in saturated fat is a legume. Legumes are highly-protein foods rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidant compounds, and dietary fiber. Legumes lower cholesterol levels, optimize heart condition, stabilize digestion, prevent constipation and reduce fat in the body. They include peas, beans, peanuts, and lentils. They also have the advantage of wide cooking varieties. Some legumes can be cooked alone or combined with other foods. [13]
