Vegetable Recipe

Eating lots of fruits and vegetables is key to a healthy diet. These foods are essential sources of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, including dietary fiber, potassium, folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin E. Most vegetables and fruits are naturally low in calories and fat. They have no cholesterol. A diet rich in fruit and vegetables has the potential to prevent heart disease, stroke and probably certain cancers; lower blood pressure; reduce risk of eye and digestive problems.

It is recommended to take at least 9 servings (at least 4.5 cups) of vegetables and fruits a day. Make a point to eat different types and colors of produce, such as dark leafy greens, cooked tomatoes and fruits vegetables that are rich in yellow, orange and red color.

Do not overcook vegetable to retain vitamins. Vegetable suitable for stir-fry include broccoli, carrots, onions, garlic, peppers, cabbage, string beans and cauliflower. Add dense vegetable that take longer to cook first. If you microwave vegetable, cover but not seal the container, to retain moisture and quicken the cooking process. Steaming is one of the most nutritious and easiest way to cook vegetable. Remember to wash vegetable carefully, especially leafy greens like spinach, to remove all dirt. You can get more vegetable cooking tips and methods in each recipe.

Our website contains healthy fresh vegetables diabetic recipe including cooking ideas for main dishes, appetizer and sides. Choose from a variety of free recipes and enjoy this healthy food with your love ones.