Beets To Bananas, 10 Fantastic Carbs You Need In Your Diet

By Shreya Goswami

Forget starchy carbs that do you no good and indulge in these nutrient-dense, fibre-loaded healthy carbs instead. These will keep you satiated and healthy at the same time!

Bananas

One large ripe banana has around 31 grams of carbs more in the form of natural sugars that dissolve easily.

Whole Grains

All whole grains, from quinoa and oats to bajra and ragi are packed with high-quality carbohydrates.

Apple

Apples of all colours are loaded with dietary fibre and natural sugars, which are major constituents of carbs.

Chickpeas

Chickpeas are celebrated by vegetarians and vegans alike for being a great source of healthy carbs.

Grapefruit

Apart from healthy carbs, this summer fruit is also loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Beetroot

100 grams of beetroots contain 10 grams of carbs, which are basically in the form of dietary fibre and natural sugar.

Sweet Potatoes

100 grams of mashed sweet potatoes contain 20.7 grams of carbs made of equal parts starch, sugar and fibre.

Kidney Beans

100 grams of kidney beans contain 21.5 grams of carbs, primarily from starch and dietary fibre.

Oranges

100 grams of oranges also contain 15.5 grams of carbs, making it a good source of the nutrient.

Green Beans

100 grams of cooked green beans contain 7 grams of carbohydrates, which are mostly in the form of dietary fibre.