Infographic: The Good Eating Plate

The Plato del Buen Comer is part of the Official Mexican Standard. Its main objective is to promote healthy and nutritious eating among the Mexican population. Obesity in Mexico is a concerning issue in our country, and we are all responsible for it, as it depends on us to ensure our diet is balanced and nutritious. The Plato del Buen Comer consists of:   Share this image on your site Infographic by Kiwilimon - Vegetables and fruits. They are a source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber that help the human body function properly, allowing for adequate growth, development, and health status. - Cereals and tubers. They are the main source of energy that the body uses to carry out daily activities and are also an important source of fiber when consumed whole. - Legumes and animal-based foods. They primarily provide proteins necessary for the growth and development of children, as well as for tissue formation and repair. The Plato del Buen Comer is a guide to the foods we should consume. We recommend that your diet be: - Complete. Include one food from each group at every breakfast, lunch, and dinner. - Balanced. Ensure that nutrients are proportionate. - Sufficient. To meet the nutritional needs of each person according to age, sex, height, physical activity, or physiological state. - Varied. Include different foods from the three groups at each meal. - Hygienic. Foods should be prepared, served, and consumed cleanly. - Adequate. To personal tastes, customs, and availability.   Cooking Recipes We have selected various nutrient-rich salad recipes for you based on their ingredients. So you can eat with the Plato del Buen Comer as your guide. (It is important to click on the recipe title to see the preparation details)   Fresh Kiwi Salad. A delicious kiwi salad recipe with strawberry, panela cheese, and a touch of caramelized sesame. Rainbow Salad. Enjoy this colorful and healthy dish. Lettuce Salad with Apple and Walnut. This lettuce salad with apple and walnut is fresh and delicious with orange dressing. Strawberry and Yellow Pepper Salad. A healthy salad, rich in fiber and vitamin C. Pear Salad. A delicious salad where you can enjoy the combination of pear with a touch of tender chicken. Arugula and Grilled Chicken Salad. A tasty arugula salad with cherry tomatoes, parmesan cheese, and grilled chicken with a lemon, olive oil, salt, and pepper dressing. Beet Salad with Goat Cheese. A beet salad with goat cheese, tomatoes, and arugula with a delicious honey mustard dressing. Potato Salad. This potato salad is delicious and can be eaten at room temperature or cold. Tabbouleh. A rich and very simple Arabic salad. Tofu and Carrot Salad. A salad of lightly cooked tofu on a bed of lettuce with vegetables. Spinach Salad with Grilled Salmon. A delicious spinach salad with a citrus dressing, pine nuts, and grilled salmon. If you want to know more nutritious salad recipes, click here