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]]>Ingredients:
- One whole eggplant
- 1 C cold water
- 1 C sesame paste
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1/2 tsp sumac
- 1/2 tsp of sweet paprika
- 1/2 tsp of zaatar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Handful of pomegranate seeds for garnish (optional)
- Bunch of finely chopped parsley for garnish (optiional)
- Pine nuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cut your eggplant in half and then cut into fourths without slicing too thin
- Line a greased parchment paper on a cookie sheet
- Roast in the oven on 425 degrees until fork tender
- Scoop out the insides and pat dry
- Prepare your tahini by mixing equal parts sesame paste and cold water, mix until smooth and creamy, but not too thick
- Add lemon juice to the mix and drizzle over the eggplant
- Add spices on top of the eggplants, salt and pepper to taste, and add desired garnish when you’re ready to serve
- Serve with kebabs or enjoy on its own!
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]]>Peas and Carrots
You can usually get a combination of frozen peas and carrots, and these are a super versatile veggie mix that can add some nutrients and color to a huge number of meals. From pot pie to curry to stir fry to breakfast hash, a handful of frozen peas and carrots can go a long way.
Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts, while the subject of much childhood ridicule, are a delicious and classic side dish for almost any meal. These are a great option for the exact opposite reason of peas and carrots: rather than the perfect add-in, they are a dish entirely on their own. So if all you have on hand is a protein, you can grab your frozen brussels sprouts and have an entire green on your plate.
Cuisine-Specific Veggie Mixes
You can also get veggie mixes that are meant to be used in a specific dish, such as a stir-fry mix, a curry mix, or a pasta dish mix. These are really convenient because having them on hand means you don’t have to go to the trouble of thinking up a good veggie combo. You can prep your sauces and throw in the frozen veggies straight from the bag.
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]]>Pea Protein Powder
Most people do not get enough protein or veggies in their diet. Proper protein and veggie intake is paramount to health and recovery, especially if you are an active individual. Try adding more protein and veggies into your diet by blending plant based protein supplements into smoothies, yogurts, and baked goods. Many plant based powders on the market offer a daily dose of protein plus a dose of healthy greens with essential vitamins.
Veggie Pastas
Instead of mainstream pasta, opt for veggie-based pastas that have servings of veggies in them or are made of higher protein vegetables such as lentils and chickpeas. These pastas are not only higher in protein, but have more fiber and veggies that will keep you regular and help increase your veggie consumption.
Soups
Lastly, veggies are delicious when blended into hearty soups such a minestrone or chicken noodle. Warm soup is an added comfort that will provide all kinds of essential vitamins, and will help you stay hydrated during cold and flu season.
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]]>Root Veggies
Vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and beets have a low moisture content and natural protective layers that lend to a shelf life of anywhere from two weeks to several months. They typically keep longest in cool, dark environments with adequate ventilation, though it’s also essential to remove any leafy greens, as they draw moisture out of the roots and cause them to go bad more quickly. Stock up, then use them to make hearty soups and stews all winter long.
Apples & Oranges
Shelf-stability is one criteria where it actually makes sense to compare apples and oranges. While they may not have much else in common, apples and citrus fruits can both remain fresh for up to two months when stored properly due to their thick skin and acidic pH, which acts as a natural preservative. Just leave them whole until you’re ready to enjoy, then cut into slices before serving.
Winter Squash
Unlike their more delicate summer counterparts, winter squash varieties like butternut and acorn have thick, waxy skins that protect the fleshy insides and help the vegetable to keep well for up to 4 months. To extend their shelf life as much as possible, store them in a cool, dry place outside of the refrigerator and away from bright light. We love making homemade butternut squash soup or roasting our winter squash with a drizzle of olive oil for a seasonal side dish.
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]]>Spinach Pasta
Preparing homemade spinach pasta dough is easier than it looks, and it’s the perfect way to add this healthy veggie to diet. Boil pasta and add some cheese and herbs for a healthy meal.
Broccoli Bites
Most people don’t like eating broccoli, but preparing these dreamy broccoli bites with cheese is certainly one of the best ways to eat this healthy veggie more often.
Pesto
Pesto is a delicious Italian sauce that you must keep in your fridge if you want to add more greens to your meals. Homemade arugula or basil pesto is so easy to prepare and you can add it to pizza, or use it as a spread or a dip.
Spinach Kale Soup
Kale is considered the healthiest leafy green and one of the most nutritious foods you can eat. That’s why making a creamy soup from spinach and kale is the best way to sneak these veggies into your diet.
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]]>Step One
First, chop the veggies into uniform, relatively small pieces. That way, they’ll all cook at the same rate and it won’t take you ages to do so.
Step Two
Next, fill a pot with about one inch of water. Place a steamer basket over top of it and then bring the water to a full, rolling boil. Only once the water is boiling should you place your veggies in the steamer basket and cover with a lid. Cook until the vegetables come out just tender enough to pierce with a fork. Generally speaking, things like broccoli florets will take between three to five minutes while cauliflower can take from 10 to 12. Just test it as you go and you should be fine.
Step Three
Once it’s done, drain the vegetables and most importantly season them! Toss with olive oil or butter and salt. You can also add spices, lemon juice, or fresh herbs. This step is key, so don’t forget it.
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]]>Shrimp
Pickled shrimp is a specialty that most people haven’t heard of, even though it’s super delicious and makes a perfect appetizer.
Watermelon Rind
Don’t throw away that watermelon rind, because this green outer layer of a watermelon is completely edible and actually very tasty. Watermelon rind is a great source of fiber that you can pickle and serve as appetizer.
Avocado
Avocado pickles is one of the latest food trends that you can easily make at home if you have some underripe avocados in your kitchen that you don’t know how to use.
Cherry Tomatoes
Pickling cherry tomatoes is the perfect way to preserve this veggie and enjoy it all year long.
Beets
Beets are very healthy and packed with nutrients and pickled beets are also great for improving digestion, so make sure to give this veggie a try.
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]]>Iceberg Lettuce
Iceberg lettuce is 96 percent water, which makes it one of the best leafy greens to add to your salads and other meals if you want to up your water intake.
Cucumber
Cucumber is probably one of the most hydrating veggies you can add to your diet because it’s made up of 96% water. Add this low-calorie veggies to your smoothies, salads, soups, or hummus.
Celery
Celery is about 95 percent water, and it’s also packed with potassium, vitamin K, and fiber. Fall in love with this healthy and hydrating vegetable by adding it to your soups, smoothies, salads and other dishes.
Radishes
With more than 95% water content, radishes are perfect refreshing veggies you can use to get enough water throughout the day.
Green Peppers
Green pepper is another super healthy veggie that’s packed with water and other important nutrients and minerals, so make sure to add it to your diet if you want to stay hydrated.
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]]>Add Them To Soup
One of the best ways to eat vegetables you don’t really like, such as cauliflower, broccoli, or zucchini, is to chop them up and add them to your soup. Also, one of the oldest tricks to get kids to eat more veggies is by blending vegetables to make a perfect creamy bowl of soup.
Add Veggies To Oatmeal
Most people like eating their oatmeal with fruit like strawberries, bananas, or blueberries. However, you can also make your oatmeal breakfast more tasty and nutritious by adding veggies such as pumpkin, zucchini, or carrots, and they’ll taste wonderful.
Blend Them Into Pasta Sauce
The easiest way to upgrade your store-bought pasta sauce and to make it more nutritious is to blend it with the fresh veggies you have on hand. Your favorite pasta will taste even better, and you’ll reap the health benefits of veggies with little effort.
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]]>Hide Them
When you hear the word “vegetables” you may imagine them as a side dish, all plain and gross, but the nutrients still count if you eat vegetables in a way that you don’t even notice them. Between blending them into a smoothie or soup, finely chopping them into a sauce or omelette, or sneaking them into a flavor bomb dish like curry, it’s not that hard to find a way to eat vegetables without ever really tasting them.
Cook and Season the Heck Out of Them
A lot of people think they don’t like vegetables when really they don’t know how to prepare them, having grown up eating them plain and barely cooked. Well, you wouldn’t like chicken or potatoes prepared that way either, would you? So don’t be afraid to fry, roast, and sautee your veggies and hit them with plenty of sauce and seasonings.
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