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]]>Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
For the Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ cup parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Cut the eggplant into thick slices or cubes.
- Place the eggplant pieces in a large bowl. Drizzle them with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss the eggplant pieces gently until they are evenly coated.
- Arrange the seasoned eggplant pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
- While the eggplants are roasting, prepare the flavorful seasoning. In a small bowl, combine all the seasoning ingredients and mix well.
- Once the eggplants are roasted, transfer them to a serving dish and drizzle with the sauce. Enjoy!
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]]>Romanesco Broccoli
This veggie is often dubbed as the “psychedelic cauliflower,” for its striking appearance, and nutty flavor. These veggies are great on their own or as a side, and roasted with olive oil and spices. You can also add them to mac and cheese, omelets, and sandwiches for a unique twist to any dish.
Kohlrabi
Kohlrabi offers a crunch to many salads and dishes, with a complex flavor. Resembling a cabbage or apple, and works well with slaws, salads, or on its own as a crunchy snack. Peel the skin and add to a number of recipes and enjoy!
Watermelon Radish
Elevate your salads with this robust, colorful, and crunchy veggie. Mild in flavor, and with a bright pink center, these crunchy gems offer flare in your salads or as a garnish in many dishes.
Okra
This gooey green vegetable tastes great when slow-cooked in stews or in soup, and also offers many nutritional benefits. Slow cook them in tomato sauce and onions and add it on top of rice for a delicious, filling, and healthy meal.
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]]>uses. You may not be aware of or know how many kinds of tomatoes there are if you’re not looking in the right places. Lucky for you, we’ve got you covered with a short and sweet guide to this delicious fruit so you can grab them when you see them!
Grape Tomatos
These tomato are crunchy, crisp, and vibrant. They come in a variety of colors and flavors that make a great addition to dinners because, when cooked, they hold their meatiness. They are
also great as a snack or to add in tossed salad for vibrancy and crunch.
Beefsteak
This variety are typically large, juicy, and meaty. They are ideal for salsa, sauces, and
dips, and are a great addition to a burger or sandwich.
Cherry
While they look the same as grape tomatoes, these are different. They are tangy and
sweet and can be grilled, dried, or cooked in delicious pastas, sauces, and soups!
Roma
These are the backbone of many recipes. There is so much you can do with this flavor;
it’s tangy and has a fresh tomato taste. Put it in a sauce or stew, or add it to your bruschetta, or finely diced them in a salad.
Heirloom
With a large variety of sizes and colors, these tomatoes are packed with flavor. You can add them to salads, roast them in the oven , use them in soups, or cut them into slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper and put on a piece of toast.
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]]>Apples
Apples are an excellent source of fiber, making them great for regular bowel movements and promoting colon health.
Proper Hydration
Believe it or not, water is life. This is your daily reminder to drink more water! Often times, we are not consuming enough water to sustain regular movements. Keep it clean and make sure your are drinking at least eight cups a day for optimal hydration.
Whole Grains
Whole grains, such as oatmeal, brown rice, and high fiber cereals are another great source of fiber. Try adding these sources in creative and delicious ways such a prepping overnight oats or eating burrito bowls with brown rice.
Veggies
Certain veggies contain high fiber counts, such as broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and dark
leafy greens. They tend to be fiber-dense and are an excellent in green smoothies and juice that are great for cleansing!
Omega 3s
Incorporating omega-3- 3 fats can benefit your body as well. This is found in a lot of
seafood varieties, such as tuna and salmon, as well as fish oil supplements and chia seeds.
Beans and Lentils
Beans and lentils are super fiber dense and can be enjoyed in soups, curries, bowls, and salads!
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]]>Getting Started
To get started, preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Next, choose your favorite vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, bell peppers, or sweet potatoes, and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Drizzle the veggies with olive oil, sprinkle with your favorite herbs and spices, and toss to coat.
Cooking Them
Spread the vegetables out in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly browned. You can also stir them halfway through the cooking process to ensure even roasting.
How To Implement Them
Roasted vegetables can be enjoyed as a side dish or incorporated into a variety of meals. They are delicious on their own or paired with grains, such as quinoa or rice, or protein sources, such as chicken, tofu, or fish. Leftover roasted vegetables can also be added to salads or soups for an extra boost of flavor and nutrition.
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]]>Here’s how to make it yourself!
Ingredients
- 1 zucchini
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- A pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
Instructions
First, you will want to wash your zucchini and slice it into pieces that are between a quarter and a half-inch thick.
Next, melt the butter in a large skillet on medium-low heat on your stove. Once you’ve done this, add the zucchini slices to the skillet and then add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper and saute for 5-10 minutes. You’ll want to wait until the zucchini is soft and transparent.
Just before taking the skillet off of the heat, add the parmesan cheese and stir in to ensure that it is evenly distributed throughout the zucchini.
Allow to cool for a few minutes, and then serve and enjoy!
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]]>But if that’s the case, why is it that so few people cook with beets? Is it because you didn’t grow up eating them? Or because you’re scared they’ll stain your whole kitchen pink?
Well, whatever it is stopping you from introducing beets into your diet, we hope you’ll think twice. Because there are actually lots of reasons to eat beets.
(@greenheartlunchclub)First, they’re so good for you. A great source of vitamins and minerals like folate and nitrates, beets have been shown to be able to lower blood pressure, improve athletic performance, fight inflammation, improve digestion, and support brain health and healthy weight.
Plus, they actually do taste good! A root vegetable, beets have the satisfying texture of potatoes but with a bit of a floral, sweet flavor.
And they’re not that hard to cook at all. You can prepare them pretty much like any other vegetable, steaming, boiling, or roasting depending on your personal preference. So what are you waiting for?
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]]>Vegetable-Based Soups
You’re probably already eating a lot of soups and chilis this winter, so choose ones that are vegetable-based to get your serving of veggies in.
Salads
Salads are anything but basic when you add avocado, fruits, chicken, tuna, bulgur, quinoa, nuts, or seeds. You don’t have to be stuck with a lettuce-based salad.
Seasoning
When it comes to vegetables, seasonings really elevate them. When eating raw or roasted veggies, salads, or soups top them with salt, pepper, or garlic powder and some herbs.
Favorite Foods
Add veggies to your favorite foods like pizza, pasta, burgers, and tacos to get some extra nutrition into your meals.
Smoothies & Juices
If you don’t want to eat your vegetables, try juicing them or adding them to smoothies.
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]]>Plenty of peppers can be hollowed out and used for stuffing, and the ingredients that can be put into these peppers can range greatly. Here are some pepper ideas for the next time you decide to make this dish!
Bell Peppers
Bell peppers, whether they’re green, yellow, orange, or red, are a great choice for stuffing due to their large size and fairly neutral flavor. You can stuff them with whatever mix of rice, cheese, meat, and/or vegetables that you like. The possibilities are endless!
Poblano Peppers
This Mexican pepper is a great choice if you want to add a little bit of heat to your stuffed pepper experience. Adding Mexican sauces or cheeses in the stuffing that you choose for them is another great way to step up the flavor quotient.
Cherry Peppers
Are you looking for an Italian-themed stuffed pepper? Small cherry peppers might not hold quite as much as the first two options, but they work great due to their sharp and intense flavor. Stuffing them with fresh mozzarella, which balances out the heat of the pepper is especially great.
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]]>These little green treats, originating from a small town in the northwestern region of Galicia, Spain, are known as the Russian Roulette of peppers. Why is this?
Well, legend has it that you never know whether one of these small, bite-sized peppers is going to be spicy or not. In fact, there is even a saying in the local Galician tongue that goes:
Os pementos de Padrón,
Uns pican, e outros non.
This roughly translates to: “Padron Peppers: some are spicy, and some are not!”
The explanation of this phenomenon is that the spiciness quotient of each individual pepper depends on several factors that work together if a given pepper is going to be mild or burn your mouth.
Peppers that receive less water and more sun are more likely to end up being spicier than the majority of them. While only 10-25% of these peppers end up being hot enough to be considered spicy, it’s always a nice surprise to bite into one and realize that you’ve gotten lucky with a capsaicin-loaded treat!
These peppers are popular in Galicia and throughout Spain, where they are often fried in olive oil and then topped with kosher salt. Would you be brave enough to give them a try?
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