A diverticulitis diet starts with only clear liquids for a few days. Examples of items allowed on a clear liquid diet include:
Broth
Fruit juices without pulp, such as apple juice
Ice chips
Ice pops without bits of fruit or fruit pulp
Gelatin
Water
Tea or coffee without cream
As you start feeling better, your doctor will recommend that you slowly add low-fiber foods. Examples of low-fiber foods include:
Canned or cooked fruits without skin or seeds
Canned or cooked vegetables such as green beans, carrots and potatoes (without the skin)
Eggs, fish and poultry
Refined white bread
Fruit and vegetable juice with no pulp
Low-fiber cereals
Milk, yogurt and cheese
White rice, pasta and noodles