Vegetables

GibsonDarlin

I am not eating enough vegetables. No if and or buts. Not sure how to break this habit. I would like to replace my entire lunch routine with an all veggie options. (cutting out those carbs I so desperately think I need) My questions is how and what. Anyone have suggestions or receipts you want to share?


Background on me - 40 yrs old - CW 172 - SW 218. Cardio 6x week plus core and strength training 1 x each. Plateau here, but my eating has been bad lately!

motthman

What I have been doing is making something i normally enjoy eating. With my 14+ hour days at work it can get pretty easy to eat bad. SO, one example...

I make Stir fry periodically. The last time i made it I took a pound of chicken breasts cubed, and threw it in a pan with about 4 lbs of frozen stir fry vegetables/brocoli/cauliflower. Once it cooks down and i divide my 7-8 portions out of it it computes to about 300-350 calories per portion - Without rice. Lateley i haven't been eating it with rice, just chicken and veggies. Lots of vegetables little chicken and cooked with spray instead of oil. Turns out to be quite filling. I generally add a 1/2 cup of 2% cottage cheese for a meal that is very filling (for me) but still under 500 calories.

I have been doing this with most of the recipes I make. Add vegetables. Seems to work for me.

katzblood

My husband makes a mash of yellow veggies that keeps about a week-- turnips, parsnips, carrots, yams or sweet potatos, rutabaga, either boiled or steamed, then mashed with a little sour cream or butter & salt/pepper. It is super delish and quick to reheat in the microwave. Its got a ton of nutrients, some carbs, and is very filling.

Valkyriewoman

I make veggie chili and freeze lunch portions and also veggie lasagna (eggplant in place of noodles). Makes for a quick reheat in the microwave and a satisfying veggie lunch.

GibsonDarlin

Thanks ladies, its time for me to try new things and step away from my comfort food!

marquesajen

Stir fries are great! Also roasted sweet potatoes, carrots, cauliflower (michael ruhlman has a GREAT recipe), onions. If you like bean soups or any soup really add in some sauteed spinach. Honest Fare has a lot of terrific recipes on line that are mostly vegetables, like Kale Potato mash-up. Maybe challenge yourself to try a new vegetable every week and get really good at making it!

patty1138

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crymzen

I buy the bag of pre-cut broccoli, cauliflower and carrots and roast them as a quick and low cal side dish. Coat your veggies in a little olive oil, sprinkle with salt/pepper (I also like to experiment with lots of different spices) and cook in a 400 degree oven for 14 - 18 mins. It helps to turn the veggies half way through. You can also roast sweet potatoes, cubed squash, parsnips, beets, rutabagas or potatoes in the same way.