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From the high fiber content to the long list of
micronutrients, leafy greens are staples in a healthy diet. We all know that
leafy greens are good for us, but it can be challenging to eat enough of them
in a day. The same old salad can get
bland quickly, but there are plenty of other ways to incorporate leafy greens
into your diet. Here are some tips and tricks for eating more leafy
greens. I encourage my clients to eat leafy greens every day and at every
meal.
Eat Real, whole Food / The less altered and manipulated the
better
Add Greens to Your Smoothies
Start your day on a healthy note by adding some spinach or kale
to your morning smoothies. Add a small amount of fruit, such as a banana, and
you’ll barely notice a difference in taste. Berries also tend to mask the taste
of kale and spinach well. If you’re feeling brave, opt for a completely green
smoothie.
Make a Delicious Salad Dressing
While the classic olive oil and lemon juice combination is
an easy and healthy salad dressing, eating the same salad every day can get
repetitive and boring. Sometimes, it’s nice to try new flavors. For example,
try a different salad dressing, using ingredients such as honey, Dijon mustard,
or citrus fruits instead of lemon. The dressing can completely change the taste
of your salads, and you might enjoy those leafy greens more than you think.
Sneak in Some Greens to Your Cooked Meals
You can incorporate leafy greens into many cooked meals,
such as an omelet, curry, or pasta. Blanching or pan-frying leafy greens also
gives them a less bitter taste and softens their tough fibers, making it easier
to eat more of them. Wash and prepare your leafy greens ahead of time to feel
more motivated to include them in your meals. You’d be surprised at how many
meals you can sneak some greens into— from soups to pizzas— you really can’t go
wrong.
Try Kale Chips
Who doesn’t love a good crunchy snack? Kale chips are an
excellent way to add more leafy greens to your diet without feeling like you’re
eating greens. Simply toss kale with olive oil and seasoning of choice and bake
until crisp. They’re crispy, tasty, and much healthier than potato chips. You
can also use an air fryer or dehydrator if you prefer not to use any oil.
Season with anything you like— from garlic to chili flakes, the options are
endless.
Try Leafy Green Wraps
Wraps are an easy way to incorporate more leafy greens. If
you want to try a low-carb alternative, you can use leafy greens as the wrap
itself. Use romaine lettuce or Swiss chard leaves as your wrap and stuff it
with your favorite ingredients. If you choose to have a regular wrap, include
those raw greens inside your wrap. They can make your wrap taste more
refreshing while providing those essential nutrients.
Make a Green Sauce
If you have plenty of leafy greens left over, use them to
make a green sauce. You can make homemade pesto or blend up a handful of greens
to make pasta sauce. Pesto doesn’t have to be limited to basil— you can add
baby spinach, and the flavors will still be rich and delicious.
To your health
PS. I have 2 spaces available
in my coaching work for women who seek support and guidance in transitioning to
a plant-based lifestyle and the art of aging.
Are you one of these women? Reach
out and let’s connect.
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Teri Sewell Huff
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
and Plant Based Kitchen Coach
terisewell@gmail.com
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