April 4, 2009

• Yummy

  Ever since a third of the way into last quarter, I have started incorporating more vegetables into my diet than ever before.  It feels great to eat steamed broccoli florets, carrot coins, zucchini, salad, you name it.  I never knew I could fall in love with vegetables to this degree.

  I used to make meat the priority of my meal, but now I try to shift my focus to making vegetables the priority of my meals.  I started doing this all because I had brought a bunch of Asian veggies up to SB from the LA area.  Before long, the leafy greens started wilting and yellowing, so I decided to plan my meals so I would finish them faster.

  I feel and think I look healthier – I am reaping the benefits of a high-fiber diet.  Doing this does not take a toll on my wallet.  It is also good for the environment. 

  Need some meal ideas?  Try some salmon with herbs and lemon juice, and add half a plate of steamed veggies, or stir-fry broccoli with chicken and add hoisin and oyster sauces to taste.  Serve with rice or pasta.  There are so many variations if you are into salad.  The possibilities are exciting!  You can add chickpeas, corn, peas, broccoli, cauliflower, tomato, tofu, carrot, mushroom, alfalfa sprouts, and more, to a base of mixed greens, romaine, iceberg lettuce, or spinach.  Top with your favorite dressing—I like 1000 Island—and you're ready to go!

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