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Not All Veggies Are Created Equal: 10 Best Sources of Fiber

Jenny Sugar — Tue, 01 May 2012 15:08:53 PDT

To get your daily quota of roughage, everyone says to eat your veggies. While eating vegetables is a great way to get your fiber, some veggies give a better fill than others. If you're struggling to get the 25 to 30 grams needed each day, be sure to include these 10 high-fiber veggies in your diet.

Can You Identify Spring Produce?

Susannah Chen — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:56:08 PDT

Spring is definitely in the air and we're pumped - not only for a newly sparkling kitchen (thanks to Spring cleaning!), but also, in particular, for the colorful and diverse produce that the season brings with it.

Perhaps you're as enthusiastic about the new crop as we are, and you know your vernal vegetables and fruits inside and out.

Can you spot the Spring produce at farmers markets? Let's find out when you take this quiz.

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Taste All the Colors of the Rainbow

Camilla Salem — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:23:09 PDT

Now that we've taken a tour of the produce section, color by color, we're so inspired to make meals that use all of these fresh, flavorful ingredients. But before we do, we want to take one more moment to admire all of the gorgeous edible colors.

Taste the Rainbow: Red

Camilla Salem — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:07:06 PDT

The first stop on our colorful tour of produce is the red section. Specifically, beets, red bell peppers, and radishes stood out on the grocery shelves. Find out our favorite ways to use these red ingredients when you read on!

Taste the Rainbow

Camilla Salem — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:00:49 PDT

In honor of Eco Month, we want to take this week to appreciate all of the colorful, nutritious, flavorful produce that we get to enjoy. Last week, we scoured the shelves of our local Whole Foods Market for the most colorful ingredients, from bright red bell peppers to deep purple cabbage. We're going to be taking a look at all of the colors of the produce rainbow and chatting about our favorite ways to enjoy them. Keep checking all week long for lots of colorful culinary inspiration.

Make the Most Out of Your Vegetable Crisper With Rainbow Pasta

Camilla Salem — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:31:45 PDT

For reasons that are beyond my control, the other day I found myself faced with a pile of colorful vegetables that were too beautiful and flavorful to go unused. Not wanting to be wasteful (it is Eco Month, after all), I decided to keep things straightforward and cook everything together with some white wine and fresh herbs, and mix it with some penne pasta.

The flavor of the bell peppers is pretty overpowering, which is a good thing if you're a fan. If not, use fewer peppers and throw in another of your favorite vegetables. An addition of onion or zucchini would go very well in this recipe. There's no heavy sauce in this dish, just one grated tomato, so it's important not to overcook your pasta.

In less than 30 minutes you will have a colorful dish that is satisfying, but doesn't leave you feeling weighed down. Serve it warm, topped with some Parmesan shavings, or cold as a side dish. It's even better the next day when the flavors have had a chance to come together. For this fast and easy recipe, keep reading.

A World Tour of International Spring Veggies

Sara Yoo — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:26:44 PDT

In most of the world, cooking in-season produce isn't just a way of life - it's a celebration. What better way to pay homage to the season of rebirth and new life than to incorporate the freshest, happiest vegetables into your cooking? Take a page from these countries by honoring Spring with gorgeous produce and maybe reinvent a few dishes along the way!

Source: Flickr User Dana Moos, luvjnx, and mapper-montag

Eat Your Greens: 15 Green Veggie-Packed Recipes to Serve Up on St. Patrick's Day

Rebecca M Gruber — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:02:05 PDT

Make your friends green with envy this St. Patrick's Day when your lil ones start eating peas and green beans. Sure, the day can be filled with tasty sweet treats - nevermind a Shamrock Shake or two - but it's also a great day to convince tots to eat their greens - green vegetables. We've rounded up our favorite kid-friendly green veggie recipes (including a spinach-packed ice cream) to help get you started. Hey, you never know, this could be the start of a mealtime makeover!

Fast and Tasty Ways to Sneak Veggies Into Your Diet

Michele Foley — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:56:48 PST

We love vegetables because they're relatively low in calories but full of essential nutrients like vitamins, fiber, and calcium. Even with all this love, it's still hard to get five servings a day. Vegetables aren't always easy to prepare, and they don't have the wide appeal of a slice of pizza or chocolate cake. Luckily, there are easy ways to sneak veggies into your diet, from allowing you to get a full day's serving in less than a one-cup portion to enjoying a delicious dessert.

5 Easy Ways to Make Vegetables More Fun For Kids

LilSugar — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 04:30:43 PST

It's not always easy to convince kids to try new vegetables, but a little bit of creativity can make the healthy food group more fun. If you keep things playful, your kids will start to look forward to meals and enjoy participating in the full food experience. Hoping to boost your child's veggie intake? Check out these five simple ways to help improve their diet!