need help flavoring veggies !!!!

Pl2874
Pl2874 Posts: 6
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I eat alot of veggies but I get tired of them so quickly because I find them boring. I need help to flavor them up so I can actually enjoy them. Preferably string beans but I am open to any kind of veggie....please help !
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  • Leamonator
    Leamonator Posts: 6 Member
    My favorite way to eat veggies is to roast them. I put lots of cut up veggies on a tray, drizzle with olive oil, add a bit of salt and pepper and roast for about 40 minutes at 400 degrees. Adding balsamic vinegar is a nice change too!
  • akhebert4
    akhebert4 Posts: 9
    Not the healthiest, but I love a sprinkle of Lawry's Seasoned Salt on steamed or roasted veggies. Also, for raw veggies, a little bit of hummus or even the Boursin light cheese-- both spreads are rich and creamy and only 25 calories/tablespoon.
  • 3laine75
    3laine75 Posts: 3,069 Member
    are you mabey over cooking them? I used to boil the life out of say, brocolli,with loads of salt - now i just stir-fry for a few mins - much nicer and keeping all the vitamins & minerals.
  • janemem
    janemem Posts: 575 Member
    Here's a way to pep up your beans;

    http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/string-beans-with-garlic-recipe/index.html
  • coliema
    coliema Posts: 7,646 Member
    I like them with a little garlic. I put them in a pan with a little oil, and add either fresh crushed garlic or minced garlic, and heat it up, and eat! So good!
  • taliasometimes
    taliasometimes Posts: 301 Member
    i like them with balsamic vinegar! and a little blob of butter or mayo (light of cause) and herbs
  • quixoteQ
    quixoteQ Posts: 484
    Easy healthy dip for veggies (if you like ranch style dips):

    - 2 cups fage 0% plain greek yogurt (or other brand if you prefer)
    - 1 1/4 tbsp minced dried onion
    1/2 tsp salt
    1/8 tsp garlic powder
    1 tbsp parsley flakes and/or 3/4 tbsp dried dill
    a little cayenne if you want some heat

    Mix. High protein healthiness!
  • krisiepoo
    krisiepoo Posts: 710 Member
    I love laughing cow cheese with celerly, carrots, cauliflower, etc... they have tons of different flavors and it's low cal
  • sewerchick93
    sewerchick93 Posts: 1,438 Member
    I like to steam them with chicken broth instead of water, adds a nice little extra flavor.
  • NikkiSmo
    NikkiSmo Posts: 180 Member
    I like to stir fry my veggies with pam spray and a dash of low sodium soy sauce. So very yummy and the house smells great! Also by not using oil or butter it adds hardly any additional calories to your veggies. Grilling is also a good way to do them. If I;m alreadt grilling my chicken anr turkey burger I will throw my veggies on as well. Good luck!
  • marvinschild
    marvinschild Posts: 1
    I bake veggies in separate tins with light spray of olive oil; asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, onion, sweet potato, string beans, leeks carrots scallions in the oven 350° until soft to the prick of the fork. Then I broil them until slightly burnt. Light salt and serve.
  • Epicmum54
    Epicmum54 Posts: 26
    With a little olive oil, stir fry green beans in fresh garlic and when they're just about done, add some chili paste to taste, mix, heat and serve!
  • briyowes
    briyowes Posts: 757 Member
    Since I've kicked the added salt habit, Mrs. Dash is my new best friend. I have several varieties that I use for veggies.
    Onion & Herb
    Garlic & Herb
    Tomato, Basil & Garlic
    Table Blend

    I usually steam or saute my veggies with olive oil spray. I also like to add minced garlic and onions because they add extra flavor. Also for green beans, if you like meat, you can chop a few strips of turkey bacon and saute with the beans.
  • Skeena4
    Skeena4 Posts: 209 Member
    I like to add a bit of fresh dill to my steamed veggies...
    of for fresh I'm loving jalapeno greek yogurt dip!
  • spikefoot
    spikefoot Posts: 419
    Marinate for a day or so with a bit of olive oil and garlic slices. Then grill on the bbq.
  • cwapmommy
    cwapmommy Posts: 10 Member
    Thanks for sharing. Lots of good ideas.
  • leisuregranny
    leisuregranny Posts: 12 Member
    I love roasted veggies too, but I like to add dried sweet basil with the salt, pepper and olive oil, toss them in a bowl, then spread them out on a pan and roast at 400 degrees for about 30 minutes. Love how the broccoli & other veggies get kind of crispy on the edges. I usually roast cut up sweet potato, broccoli, cauliflower, zuchinni, red bell peppers, mushrooms, onion, & whole garlic cloves. Yummy!
  • shareylee
    shareylee Posts: 14
    Have you tried sautéing them with coconut oil? Great for carrots, zucchini and eggplant.
  • jfogarty45
    jfogarty45 Posts: 6
    Weber Seasoning has many varieties of spices and one especially for veggies. In spice aisle.
  • 10acity
    10acity Posts: 798 Member
    My favorite way to eat veggies is to roast them. I put lots of cut up veggies on a tray, drizzle with olive oil, add a bit of salt and pepper and roast for about 40 minutes at 400 degrees. Adding balsamic vinegar is a nice change too!
    ^YES!^

    Also, try squeezing fresh citrus juice over asparagus, broccoli, or green beans. Lime is my preference!
  • joanie152
    joanie152 Posts: 159 Member
    I season with truffle salt and use truffle oil instead of Olive Oil. Yum
  • Jugie12
    Jugie12 Posts: 282 Member
    Tony Chachere's, baby!! Nice creole seasoning, does it everytime!
  • serenitydmrb
    serenitydmrb Posts: 6
    I have a couple of suggestions

    Dump Soup. 1 Can of Veg-all Vegetables 1 can of Black Beans 1 Can of Whole kernal corn 1 Can of Diced tomatoes 1 Can 98% Fat Free Minestrone Soup. Pour all the cans in a large pot . Cook until warm and Eat. This is a recipe that I got from weight watchers a long time ago . I thought i would share it with you. For those who like alot of vegetables

    Also If you like green beans. Try and put some 98% fat free Bacan Bits in Green beans and they have a new flavor. It is great I had some last night.
  • LoViNlIFe0225
    LoViNlIFe0225 Posts: 121
    I do a quick stir fry of whatever veggie combination I'm feeling like having and then add a couple teaspoons of sriracha sauce! SO GOOD!
  • ccmandel
    ccmandel Posts: 143 Member
    I cook veggies either on grill outside or inside on round grill pan...just a teeny bit of olive oil and salt.

    At the end I sprinkle with balsamic vinegar
  • fullofsmiles04
    fullofsmiles04 Posts: 158 Member
    Everyone has already given you the same great ideas that I use as well. Depends on the vegetable, but I like to roast a lot of them in a little olive oil seasoned with a tiny bit of salt and pepper. I also like to add some garlic sometimes, and for the vegetables that I'm not a fan of, I cook them in a skillet with little teriyaki sauce. You could use any flavor that you like though to make them more tolerable for yourself. Be creative, try different seasonings and flavors and you'd be amazed at how many new vegetables your able to add to your diet. :) I know I sure was!
  • Miss_Suzylee
    Miss_Suzylee Posts: 26
    i use some i cant believe its not butter spray, some garlic, some low sodium soy sauce for my green beans and its amazing
  • hotjava9
    hotjava9 Posts: 19 Member
    I'm a hot sauce and pepper person...on everything.
  • skcornett
    skcornett Posts: 169 Member
    Green beans? Add almond slivers, lemon juice, and a hint of butter or olive oil. Italian seasoning is also good to sprinkle on just about any veggies.
  • lluulluu
    lluulluu Posts: 115 Member
    My favorite way to eat veggies is to roast them. I put lots of cut up veggies on a tray, drizzle with olive oil, add a bit of salt and pepper and roast for about 40 minutes at 400 degrees. Adding balsamic vinegar is a nice change too!

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