Tip 1 : Cook it once, eat twice. Make extra vegetables and save some for later. Use them for a stew, soup, or a pasta dish.

Tip 2 : Vegetable or bean soups go towards your daily vegetable target. Choose lower sodium versions.

Tip 3 : Make your own vegetarian burgers with cooked black beans, mushrooms, seasonings, and egg or oatmeal. Form into patties and pan grill.

Tip 4 : Get your vegetables while eating out. Request extra vegetables on your sandwich or wrap to boost your daily intake.

Tip 5 : Rather than buying a vegetable pizza from a restaurant or a store, try sprucing up a cheese pizza with your favorite vegetables.

Tip 6 : Vary your veggies by including celery, lima beans, or squash in your meals.

Tip 7 : Search for recipes online to make some of your favorite vegetables.

Tip 8 : Drizzle melted dark chocolate on your favorite berries for a special treat!

Tip 9 : For a fast lunch or supper, melt low-fat cheese over bread, add sliced tomatoes and sprinkle on chopped herbs.

Tip 10 : For a change, try whole-wheat pasta in macaroni and cheese or pasta salad.