Nutrition Tip of the Week - Making Sure to Get Your Vegetables
Source: Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) Weekly eNewsletter
With the holidays coming up we all know it can be difficult to find balance between eating what we would like to eat and what we know we need to eat. Fruits and vegetables are always needed and should always be a part of our meals. So to find some ways to make sure you’re getting your vegetables throughout the rest of the month, and even throughout the rest of the year, take a look at the tips below:
- Discover fast ways to cook. Cook fresh or frozen vegetables in the microwave for a quick-and-easy dish to add to any meal. Steam green beans, carrots, or broccoli in a bowl with a small amount of water in the microwave for a quick side dish.
- Be ahead of the game. Cut up a batch of bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli. Pre-package them to use when time is limited. You can enjoy them on a salad, with hummus, or in a veggie wrap.
- Choose vegetables rich in color. Brighten your plate with vegetables that are red, orange, or dark green. They are full of vitamins and minerals. Try acorn squash, cherry tomatoes, sweet potatoes, or collard greens. They not only taste great but also are good for you, too.
- Check the freezer aisle. Frozen vegetables are quick and easy to use and are just as nutritious as fresh veggies. Try adding frozen corn, peas, green beans, spinach, or sugar snap peas to some of your favorite dishes or eat as a side dish.
- Try something new. You never know what you may like. Choose a new vegetable — add it to your recipe or look up how to fix it online.
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