Make Veggies Fun!

We all know we need lots of fruits and vegetables in our lives.  But how to do it in innovative and desirable ways?  In my house, I frequently make smoothies and homemade juices.  

There are other ways too.  Try these.

Begin with four cups of your favorite vegetables - or get adventurous and try new ones.  Consider:

green beans

broccoli

carrots

asparagus

mushrooms

onions

cauliflower

You can combine different ones or use only one.  Cook in boiling for 30 seconds to 1 minute.  Remove from water and place in bowl of ice to cool.  Then pat dry.

Next, whip up one of the following marinades.  Combine the ingredients in a saucepan and heat until steaming.  Pour over the vegetables, stir to coat well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours

Rosemary-Garlic Marinade:  

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar

2 sprigs fresh rosemary

1 large clove garlic, crushed

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper 

Orange-Oregano Marinade:

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons cider vinegar

2 strips orange zest

2 sprigs fresh oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper