Greens are packed with vitamins, minerals and fibre, but getting more of them into your diet can be challenging. Whether it’s for you or your kids, these tips can help make greens a regular, enjoyable part of your meals.
Start Small (and Get Sneaky)
Add a handful of spinach or kale to smoothies; their mild flavour blends well with fruits. Finely chop greens and mix them into sauces, soups or meatballs to boost nutrition without changing the taste.
Make Greens Accessible
Keep washed and prepped greens in the fridge, ready to use. Store them in clear containers to make them the first thing you see.
Experiment With Cooking Methods
Try sautéing spinach with garlic, roasting kale into chips or grilling romaine. Different cooking methods bring out new flavours and textures.
Add Fun and Flavour
Dress up greens with nuts, seeds or dried fruit. Use dressings like vinaigrette, tahini or lemon-garlic to make greens more appealing.
Make it a Family Affair
Involve kids in shopping and preparing greens. When they help in the kitchen, they’re more likely to eat what they’ve made.
Get Creative With Presentation
Make greens visually appealing. Use cookie cutters to shape sandwiches with spinach or create colourful salads. Fun presentations can make greens more enticing.
Offer Choices
Instead of saying, “Eat your spinach,” ask, “Would you like spinach or broccoli?” Offering choices gives kids a sense of control.
Be a Role Model
Show your kids how much you enjoy greens. Share the benefits in a fun way and eat greens together as a family.
Keep Trying
Taste buds change, and it can take multiple exposures to a new food before it’s accepted. Keep offering greens in different ways, and they may become a favourite. With a bit of creativity and persistence, you can make greens a regular and enjoyable part of your family’s diet. Happy greening!
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