Stir-fry small pieces of meat, poultry, or fish with a variety of vegetables. Mix cooked vegetables with raw, lean ground beef, then grill for a better burger. Pair fruits with meats. Light-colored fruit goes well with light meat, poultry, and fish. Rich, or dark fruit, is a natural choice with dark meat.
Dry beans are an excellent, convenient source of soluble fiber.
Rinse and drain canned beans. Add them to chili or toss them into a salad. Blend chickpeas or other bean choices with a favorite pasta sauce to make a healthy, creamy pasta sauce. Traditional meatloaf is prepared with ground beef, oats, and other flavorful ingredients. For extra kick, add a few drops of hot pepper sauce.