“Eh, I don’t like vegetables, I don’t know how people eat them”.
Does that sound like you? No worries, you are not alone. I am here to share some great ways to add a little flavor to your healthy meals.
For items cooked in water, such as rice or quinoa, use ½ water ½ broth (chicken, beef, vegetable, or bone) and 1-2 tbsp of butter (optional), and don’t be afraid to add seasoning as well!
For items that can be steamed - use a steamer basket and place over a mixture of ½ water ½ broth.
Just because a seasoning packet says it's for chicken, doesn’t mean you can’t put it on those vegetables too! Try it, trust me!
Actually give the “vegetable seasoning” from the store a try - stop overlooking it.
A small amount of a liquid-based oil on your vegetables (and other foods for that matter) can help make sure your seasoning sticks.
Make your own sauce:
Recipe Alert: soy sauce, olive oil, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, and use cornstarch to make it thick!
Recipe Alert: olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, salt, pepper, thyme
If you are able to plan ahead, marinate vegetables 30 minutes -24 hours before cooking.
Marinate meat 6 - 24 hours in advance
Get creative and experiment! Y’all know my go-to -Pinterest, that’s my homegirl!
Pro tip: if you are watching your blood pressure opt for sodium-free or unsalted broth and/or unsalted butter
Do you have some tips of your own? Comment below and share them with the WellBalanced family!
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