Tip 1 : Make a healthy Southwestern dip with tomatoes, black beans, black-eye peas, and corn. Season with chili powder or jalapenos.

Tip 2 : Grill vegetable kabobs as part of a barbecue meal. Try tomatoes, mushrooms, green peppers, and onions.

Tip 3 : Dried fruit (raisins, dates, cranberries) and fresh fruit (chopped apples or pears) make a great combination. Add nuts for an extra crunch.

Tip 4 : Add veggies to any meal when you are in a hurry. Healthy short cuts include packaged shredded carrots or salads in a bag.

Tip 5 : Sick of the same old salad? Try tossing your frozen vegetables in a skillet and sauté for a quick, easy stir-fry meal.

Tip 6 : Eat potatoes with the peel to get more nutrients like fiber, iron and potassium.

Tip 7 : To meet your fruit goal--keep fresh fruit rinsed and where you can see it. Reach for a piece when you need a snack.

Tip 8 : Add pureed vegetables, like carrots, sweet potatoes, and beans to soup for a thicker, heartier texture.

Tip 9 : Vary your veggies. Try new vegetables and find recipes online. Why not try bok choy, artichokes, beets, or kale?

Tip 10 : Include fruit at breakfast! Top cereal with your favorite fruit, add berries to pancakes, or mix dried fruit into hot oatmeal.