How to Get Greens Into Your Diet
Wait a minute—we’re adults now, and we still have to worry about getting veggies into our dishes? Unfortunately, yes! With our parents in their own home, we’re the only ones left to hold ourselves accountable, and that means sneaking in those greens where we can. It’s not as hard, as unpleasant, as it sounds; we’re here to give you a few pointers on how you can do it.
1. Blend Them Into Smoothies
Have you ever put a banana in a smoothie? If you have, you know exactly how potent that fruit is. Toss in a few strawberries or protein powder, and you have enough delicious flavors to mask the terrible taste of kale. You won’t get the texture and you won’t get the taste, but you will get all the benefits.
2. Double the Portion
We know this sounds like a nightmare, but doubling your veggies is a great way to get twice the rewards. Salads and stews can easily benefit from the addition, and you can add enough ingredients to hide the flavor. (Just don’t double your salad dressing.)
3. Toss Them in Soups
What’s a good broccoli cheddar soup without the broccoli? Experiment with your recipes and incorporate more vegetables into the pot. For example, you can swap out other ingredients for roasted carrots or diced potatoes.
4. Vegetarian Dishes
Many people turn their noses up at vegetarian dishes, but they’re actually tasty plates anyone can make at home. They’re also a surefire way to ensure you get enough veggies. You have hundreds, and we mean hundreds, of options to choose from, so trust us—you won’t go hungry.
5. Opt for Convenience
It’s easy to tell yourself that veggies are too complicated: you have to wash them, you have to cut them, you have to divvy them up accordingly. If you’re out of time after work, you can always opt for the convenience of bagged or frozen! Then you’ll have no excuse to ignore them.
