A plant-based diet doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are some tips to make the transition as simple (and delicious) as possible.

1. Keep Goals Manageable

Start with small goals, such as adding a serving of fruit with breakfast or filling half your plate with vegetables at dinner, Wagner suggests. You can also try focusing on what you want to add rather than what you want to remove from your diet, adds Zerner.

2. Look for ‘Heart Healthy’ on the Menu When Eating Out

Sometimes restaurants feature lower calorie or heart healthy options in a section on their menu, and this tends to include more plant-based foods, says Wagner.

Wagner also suggests reviewing the menu before you go so you can plan your order ahead of time. You might be able to ask for modifications, like replacing chicken with tofu or beans.

3. Think of Meat as a Garnish

This might look like loading up a brown rice or quinoa bowl with more veggies and a smaller amount of seasoned meat, or adding smaller amounts of meat to a burrito or salad in comparison with the vegetables or plant-based proteins you’re eating.

4. Consider Food Quality

Not all plant-based diets are created equal, Zerner says. “For example, white pasta with marinara sauce is plant-based, but it’s lacking in enough protein and other key nutrients.”

5. Supplement Where Necessary

You may need to be intentional when it comes to avoiding deficiencies, especially if you’re forgoing all animal products. You can either take a daily supplement or eat plenty of plant-based foods with higher levels of the nutrients you’re targeting.

Consult with a registered dietitian for help planning balanced meals that meet your nutritional needs.