Tip 1 : Try this pasta idea. Grate zucchini lengthwise and cook with onions, garlic, and a little broth until tender. Add to spaghetti pasta and serve.
Tip 2 : Jazz up raw vegetables with hummus dip or bean spread.
Tip 3 : Make twice-baked sweet potatoes using ricotta or other low-fat cheeses in place of sour cream or cream cheese.
Tip 4 : If you are lactose intolerant--try lactose-free milk or calcium-fortified soymilk (soy beverage).
Tip 5 : Learn to love beans! Try black bean enchiladas, white bean spread or edamame (green soybeans).
Tip 6 : Need to make dinner but have errands to do? Use a slow cooker to make a chicken and vegetable stew with plenty of tomatoes, potatoes and green beans.
Tip 7 : Use fat-free or low-fat milk to make condensed soups such as cream of mushroom, tomato, potato, or chicken. Check for low sodium options.
Tip 8 : Make beans, peas, and soy products part of your meals often. Try black bean burgers, hummus, or stir-fried tofu.
Tip 9 : Just because bread is brown, doesn�t mean it is a whole grain. Check for whole grains on the ingredients list.
Tip 10 : Give your cooked vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus) a splash of lemon juice. This will keep them looking fresh and tasting great.
