Tip 1 : Sunflower and pumpkin seeds, almonds, walnuts and peanuts are all protein foods. Use them in your meals or snacks.
Tip 2 : Casseroles are a great way to serve vegetables, but they can contain lots of Empty Calories. Look for healthy versions online.
Tip 3 : Tuna and a few whole wheat crackers make a great snack.
Tip 4 : Rather than buying a vegetable pizza from a restaurant or a store, try sprucing up a cheese pizza with your favorite vegetables.
Tip 5 : Going out--think ethnic. Indian, Thai and Chinese dishes offer lots of yummy vegetable options.
Tip 6 : Don’t run out of milk. Keep low-fat evaporated milk handy. Add it to scrambled eggs or your morning coffee.
Tip 7 : Broil or bake chicken breasts marinated in lemon juice, oregano, garlic and oil for Mediterranean style flavor.
Tip 8 : Add dried apricots or prunes to your slow cooker when making beef brisket. Check online for different recipes.
Tip 9 : Make a switch to fat-free milk. If you currently drink whole milk, first switch to reduced fat (2%), then low-fat (1%), and then fat-free (skim).
Tip 10 : Make roasted tomatoes--Cut tomatoes into wedges, drizzle with olive oil, season with garlic and herbs. Roast and serve as a side dish.
