Why don’t we eat enough vegetables?

In our busy lives, vegetables are often the first thing we skip. Lack of time, not knowing how to prepare them, picky eaters at home, or simply not being used to including vegetables in every meal — all of these play a role. But the truth is: adding more vegetables doesn’t have to be complicated or boring.

Here are 5 simple, practical ways to bring more vegetables into your daily routine:

1. Start with What You Already Eat

Instead of changing your entire meal plan, think about the meals you already love. Can you sneak in spinach to your omelette? Add grated zucchini to meatballs? Mix shredded carrots into your rice? You’ll be surprised how easy it is to boost your veggie intake without overhauling everything.

2. Prep Ahead – Make It Easy for Busy Days

Wash, chop, and store vegetables in airtight containers or jars on the weekend. Think: sliced peppers, grated carrots, steamed broccoli. When they’re ready-to-use, you’ll be more likely to add them to whatever you’re cooking — even on your busiest workday.

3. Add One Extra Color to Your Plate

Each time you prepare a meal, challenge yourself: “Can I add one more color?” Red peppers, purple cabbage, green herbs, orange carrots… It’s a fun, visual way to increase variety and nutrients in your meals.

4. Use Blended Veggies in Sauces & Soups

If your family (or even you!) are veggie-skeptical, blending is your best friend. You can easily hide vegetables in sauces, soups, even dips. For example, add steamed cauliflower to mashed potatoes or blend carrots and celery into your tomato sauce.

5. Create a Go-To “Veggie Boost” Mix

Make a weekly veggie mix that you can add to anything — a stir-fry base, baked tray veggies, or a lunchbox side. Chop a few staple vegetables (e.g., zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms) and cook them with olive oil and herbs. You’ll always have something tasty and healthy on hand.

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