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High-purine vegetables. Studies have shown that vegetables high in purines do not increase the risk of gout or recurring gout attacks. A healthy diet based on lots of fruits and vegetables can include high-purine vegetables, such as asparagus, spinach, peas, cauliflower or mushrooms.
While there isnât a regimented gout diet, anyone who is diagnosed with gout should follow a healthy, balanced diet. Because uric acid is formed from the breakdown of purines, high-purine foods can trigger attacks. It is strongly encouraged to avoid: 1  Beer and grain liquors. 2  Red meat, lamb and pork. 3  Organ meats, such as liver, kidneys and sweetbreads.  Seafood, especially shellfish, like shrimp, lobster, mussels, anchovies and sardines.