Tip 1 : Keep a good selection of rinsed fruit in the fridge for a quick and refreshing snack. (Rinse berries just before serving.)
Tip 2 : Top slices of angel food cake with blended fresh or frozen strawberries and add a dollop of low-fat yogurt.
Tip 3 : Sick of the same old salad? Try tossing your frozen vegetables in a skillet and sauté for a quick, easy stir-fry meal.
Tip 4 : Pack a peanut butter and banana sandwich with a bag of homemade trail mix for lunch.
Tip 5 : For dessert, try low-fat yogurt or pudding as a dip for fruits like strawberries or melon balls.
Tip 6 : Make a summer salad: Mix together diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and sweet onions with a citrus vinaigrette. Top if off with low-fat feta crumbles.
Tip 7 : Create some new seafood pasta dishes. Look on-line for easy recipes.
Tip 8 : Does your produce keep going bad before you can eat it? Try frozen vegetables instead--they offer the same nutritional value.
Tip 9 : Add pureed vegetables, like carrots, sweet potatoes, and beans to soup for a thicker, heartier texture.
Tip 10 : Vary your veggies by including celery, lima beans, or squash in your meals.