Yo, yo, yo! Check it, fam. You know what’s good? Eat clean, lean, and green! And I got something to help ya out with that. Peep this veggie conversion chart from Optavia:
Conversion Chart
Now, I know what you’re thinking. “But, why eat veggies?” I’ll tell ya why. Veggies are packed with all kinds of good stuff like vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Plus, they’re low in calories, so you can eat a lot of ’em without packing on the pounds. And if you’re trying to build muscle and get lean, veggies are the perfect side dish for your protein.
But, let’s keep it real. Veggies can get boring real quick if you don’t switch it up. That’s where this conversion chart comes in. It shows you how to turn one serving of the veggie you have on hand into another serving of a different veggie. For example, if you’ve got some squash in the fridge, you can use it to make a salad instead of spinach.
Now, if you’re like me, you might be wondering - “How the heck do I cook all these veggies?” No worries, fam. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Broccoli
Steam it and serve with lemon and garlic
Roast it with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese
Chop it up and add to stir-fry
Carrots
Roast with honey and ginger
Grate and use in salads or slaws
Cook in broth with herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice
Eggplant
Brush with olive oil and grill
Slice and use in place of lasagna noodles
Cube and add to soups or stews
Mushrooms
Slice and sauté with garlic and herbs
Chop and add to omelets or frittatas
Stuff with cheese or breadcrumbs and bake
Spinach
Saute with garlic and pinch of red pepper flakes
Blend into a smoothie
Top with roasted veggies or sliced almonds and drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette
So, there you have it. The lowdown on why veggies are bomb and how to cook ’em like a pro. Now, go forth and eat your greens, y’all!
