TASTIER VEGGIES

They might not be the most tantalising foods in the world, bit you should still make decent attempts to get adequate servings of veggies daily. Here’s how you can make them more appetising.

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They might not be the most tantalising foods in the world, bit you should still make decent attempts to get adequate servings of veggies daily. Here’s how you can make them more appetising.
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● HAVE A ROAST

Lining up an array of colourful vegetables on your oven tray can be your best decision for your dining table. Simply drizzle olive oil, along with salt and pepper, and they will turn out exceedingly delicious.

● SPICE THINGS UP

Play around with spices like cumin, ginger, turmeric and chilli for a flavourful result. Your veggies certainly won’t taste anything like the ordinary.

● INVEST IN TOOLS

Depending on your preferences, tools like spiralizers, steam baskets and dehydrators can be of great help in the kitchen. They will bring a new spin to your good old vegetables.

● DO IT LIKE THE JAPANESE

Here’s the no-fuss option, inspired by the Japanese diet: Chop your favourite veggies into bite-sized pieces before adding a generous splash of sake, followed by soya sauce, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Microwave the mixture and – voila! – it’s ready. Eat with a bowl of rice or noodles.

● DROP CHEESE INTO THE MIX

Go easy on the amount, as you would still want the main stars of the dish, the vegetables, to shine. But adding bits of feta cheese or cream cheese to spinach, kale or broccoli can be extremely rewarding in the taste department.

● CAVE IN TO YOUR SWEET TOOTH
Desserts can be full of surprises, especially if they come in the form of these sweet vegetables (purple carrots, sweet potatoes, beetroot, avocado and many more). Not only can they be a healthier alternative to sugar, they also add another level of texture and colour to your muffins and other baked goods.