Tip 1 : Learn to love beans! Try black bean enchiladas, white bean spread or edamame (green soybeans).

Tip 2 : Shopping tip: Find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on fresh, frozen, dried or canned fruits.

Tip 3 : Select vegetables with more potassium, such as beet greens, lima beans, spinach, and lentils.

Tip 4 : Try growing your own vegetables and herbs. You can start small with a few pots on your balcony or deck.

Tip 5 : Don't know what to do with leftovers? Puree roasted vegetables with chicken stock to make a hearty and flavorful soup.

Tip 6 : Going out--think ethnic. Indian, Thai and Chinese dishes offer lots of yummy vegetable options.

Tip 7 : Shred carrots or zucchini into meatloaf, casseroles, quick breads, and muffins.

Tip 8 : Don’t forget to eat your greens! Collards, Swiss chard, mustard greens, kale, and broccoli rabe are tasty side dishes.

Tip 9 : Whole grains can be a good source of dietary fiber--choose grains with more fiber for additional health benefits.

Tip 10 : Not all protein foods come from animals. Vegetarian options include beans, peas, nuts, nut butters, seeds, and soy products.