Recently, I started another blog series based on questions I’ve been asked.
This time, I wanted to give suggestions about incorporating vegetables into your meals.
You know I advocate for 16 oz. of vegetables per day…
And there are so many fun ways to eat your veggies that don’t always include a salad.
Plus, you can even get picky eaters on board…
Which is always a positive, am I right?
My first two suggestions were spiralizing more vegetables or ricing more vegetables.
My next two suggestions were eat veggie based soups and blend some vegetables into protein smoothies.
If you didn’t read those blogs, you can go back and see what vegetables I recommended.
Today, I want to offer two final suggestions for adding more vegetables into your meals…
So let’s get started with number five.
The fifth recommendation I have…
TRY SAVORY OATMEAL.
There are a number of vegetables you can add to your oatmeal for a more savory taste instead of sweet.
Asparagus.
Avocado.
Broccoli.
Kale.
Onion.
Spinach.
You can sauté the veggies…
And even add some eggs whites into the oats.
Again, the flavor combinations are pretty much endless.
Additionally, you can add some herbs and spices to elevate the taste and enjoy some extra vegetables for breakfast.
This type of breakfast would definitely be more filling…
As well as a quick option in the morning if you’ve already prepped your veg.
Or if you don’t want to sauté your chopped veggies…
You could add your spiralized or riced vegetables in there instead!
Now, you have endless options to spice up your oatmeal…
Without having the same combination twice.
That can be a really great option for breakfast…
But maybe you’re wanting a different breakfast option.
Enter my sixth recommendation…
VEGGIE OMELETS.
Using egg whites…
You can add a variety of vegetables.
Arugula.
Bok Choy.
Broccoli.
Brussels Sprouts.
Daikon.
Spinach.
It’s a great way to add protein and a whole bunch of veg.
The variety of vegetables and the right seasonings can make your breakfast quite the feast…
And get your day started off right.
Maybe you’re wanting a different lunch option instead.
So not to leave your other meals out though…
Here’s a bonus suggestion:
USE CABBAGE LEAVES AS “BREAD.”
Make a wrap with cabbage leaves instead of bread.
This gives you a satisfying crunch without the issues of normal breads.
Put your protein inside cabbage leaves…
And add other veg like broccoli sprouts, celery, or spinach…
For a tasty lunch meal.
Anyway, I hope you enjoyed this series.
Hopefully, you’ll try some of these suggestions (and previous ones) this week!
If you do, I’d love to know about it.
You can comment on the blog to let me know what delicious combinations you have come up with so far. :)
*** There are so many different vegetables and different varieties out there. Don’t limit yourself. And check out places other than your grocery store. Farmer’s markets are a great place to find seasonal vegetables that may not be in traditional grocery stores.
