Oldways’ African Heritage Power Plate – A Plant-based Way of Eating Inspired by Healthful Food Traditions from Across the African Diaspora

By Reed Mangels, PhD, RD

Oldways, a food and nutrition non-profit, has partnered with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) to develop The African Heritage Power Plate. The African Heritage Power Plate was developed using Oldways’ African Heritage Diet Pyramid and PCRM’s Power Plate. The vegan African Heritage Power Plate features fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans and a source of vitamin B12. It minimizes foods with added sugar, salt, and fats. It includes foods that were staples in traditional African diets.

A downloadable African Heritage Power Plate booklet includes recipes for Jollof Rice and Beans, Hoppin’John Salad, and Yuca Fries.