Find vegetables boring?
Discover this round up of 25 creative ways to add more vegetables to your diet.
I personally found that some of the vegetables that could support my health needs the best, were not always my favourites.
So I would avoid including them, even though they might help.
Many of us want to include more vegetables, but struggle for different reasons, which is why I created the 28-day-Eat-More-Vegetable-Challenge.
Check out the amazing recipes and creative food bloggers below!
1. Hide them in curries
hungryhealthyhappy.com suggests
A super easy and healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Curry that takes less than 5 minutes to prep. Easy to adapt, lots of green vegetables and it freezes well too. A tomato based, creamy curry sauce with tender chunks of chicken and some spinach for a green boost. A family favourite with minimal effort!
I have to be careful with spices as many are high histamine but I have found I can tolerate moroccan spices. How about you?
2. Hide them in mash
carefreekitchen.com suggests
These creamy Mashed Root Vegetables make for a simple, delicious, and unique side dish to serve with any fall meal. This recipe is hearty, healthy, and pairs well with just about anything.
Vegetable mash is one of my regular go-to weekly recipes, so many herb options and always comfort food!
3. Chuck them in a smoothie
perrysplate.com says
A green smoothie recipe that actually tastes good? Yep. If you’re new or resistant to drinking things like this, this is the perfect green smoothie to break you in. It’s loaded with healthy greens and three kinds of vegetables, and I swear it doesn’t taste like compost.
Many years ago I did an infamous radio interview making a green smoothie on air live!
Lets just say there was green smoothie everywhere!
4. Hide in homemade burgers
Reclaimingyesterday.com says
These burgers are sort of a cross between a real burger and a veggie burger. The veggies allow you to use less meat, plus they add extra nutrients and help flavor the burgers and keep them super juicy. WINNING. These burgers are easy for reals.
This is definitely on my ‘to-try’ list for summer!
5. Use small vegetable pieces as an alternative rice option
cottercrunch.com says
Learn how to make riced veggies to use in your favorite healthy recipes! Ricing vegetables is quick and easy to do, and it costs less than buying them at the store!
So many great ideas here instead of my usual peas and sweetcorn that I will be adding to my list.
Let me know which ones you tried!
6. Thinly slice vegetables as an alternative pasta
wellnessmama.com says
Veggie noodles are an awesome alternative to pasta — they’re great if you have a gluten sensitivity and avoid it or if you want to add more vegetables to your family’s diet.
Another great summer/autumn idea I will be adding – they look so beautiful!
7. Make vegetable chips and crisps
The bigmansworld.com says
These veggie chips are a Crunchy, crispy and a guilt-free snack that takes just 20 minutes to make! Low in calories and fat, and so much better than store bought.
Don’t these look amazing?
Such a treat!
Don’t forget kale chips too!
8. Add spinach or greens sheets to lasagne.
foolproofliving.com says
Vegetarian Zucchini Lasagna is a rich yet healthy alternative to traditional lasagna recipes. This low-carb dish uses zucchini “noodles” instead of pasta noodles.
This seems like a simple swap that allows you to enjoy a favourite treat.
And you are adding healthy vegetables!
9. Add finely chopped veggies to favourites like tacos, bolognaise, chilli
madaboutfood.co says
Use this Hidden Veggie Turkey Tacos recipe to sneak some extra veggies into homemade ground turkey taco meat. Your friends and family won’t even know that they’re eating zucchini and cauliflower with their meat.
Perfect way to disguise less than favourite vegetables!
This sounds like a great excuse for a family taco or chilli night?
10. Add vegetables to egg omelette, frittata and quiche recipes
erinliveswhole.com says
Fuel your body in the morning with some high protein and a variety of veggies… All thanks to this flavorful veggie frittata recipe.
Variations of this has been my breakfast option for years – super filling!
I freeze some of the portions ready for later in the week.
11. Hide in a pasta sauce
mjandhungryman.com say
Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this beet pesto pasta sauce comes together in minutes and makes for the perfect pasta sauce for babies, kids, and adults!
The colour of beetroot looks so vibrant – can’t wait to try this one!
12. Vegetable tray-bake meals
thehappyfoodie says
Cauliflower, onions and homemade turkey kofta are tossed in a quick spice mix and baked in the air fryer in this simple one basket meal.
Vegetables and Airfryers seem like a match made in heaven!
13. Create vegetable kebabs
foodiecrush.com
says Grilling vegetables skewers seems like a no-brainer, but there are a few tricks to making them a simple success every time.
Definitely need to go check out their grilling vegetable tips!
14. Roast them with delicious seasonings
kimscravings.com says
These are the BEST Roasted Vegetables and my go-to side dish when I need something easy that pairs well with almost anything.
The flavour options are endless and delicious!
Bake-tray meals are perfect for easy clean-up…
15. Make vegetable dips and hummus.
thecuriousplate.com says
Easy Smoky Carrot Dip is a delicious dip that’s great as a snack and fancy enough as a holiday appetizer!
I am always on the look out for new ideas for dips and such a clever way to hide vegetables!
16. Stuff peppers, sweet potatoes, squash, or courgette
tastesbetterfromscratch.com says
This healthy Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers recipe is packed with rice, beans, veggies, and so much flavor. It will leave you satisfied and energized and are so easy to make!
Such a classic favourite, as I currently can’t eat peppers I could swap sweet potatoes…always options!
17. Create rainbow salads
shelikesfood.com says
This Beautiful Rainbow Veggie Salad is packed with healthy fruits and veggies and goes great as a side salad or a main dish with some added protein!
How amazing does a rainbow salad look?
18. Create a coleslaw mix
healthyseasonalrecipes.com says
This healthy coleslaw recipe really is super easy peasy to make, and it is completely classic tasting.
Another of my comfort foods……!
The humble cabbage has so many benefits and you can adjust the dressing so it supports your health needs.
19. Quick stir-fries
budgetbytes.com says
We love a good “catch-all” recipe here at Budget Bytes, and a simple vegetable stir fry is the perfect example of that.
Another family classic!
If you buy or DIY ready prepared vegetables stir fry is a super quick evening meal
20. Easy lettuce wraps
therecipecritic.com says
Healthy and easy, these Chicken Lettuce Wraps are so fresh and delicious! They’re ready in under 30 minutes with a juicy chicken filling and crispy butterhead lettuce.
As someone who has to avoid gluten and wheat it’s easy to forget there are simple veggie alternatives!
21. Vegetable Crudites & dip
modernhoney.com says
How to make a beautiful Crudite Platter with vegetables and dips. I am sharing my favorite veggie dip recipes, what vegetables to put on a veggie tray, and how to arrange one.
I need to learn how to make my vegetables look beautiful!
22. Throw vegetables on the BBQ
slenderkitchen.com says
Grilled vegetables are the perfect summer side dish! Learn how to grill almost any vegetable from asparagus to zucchini to corn, onions, peppers, potatoes, mushrooms, and more. Delicious recipes, seasoning options, serving ideas, and more.
Amazing! Now we just need the sun…in the UK
23. Add vegetables to one-pot casseroles (slow-cooker)
tamingtwins.com says
Slow Cooker Beef Stew or Slow Cooker Beef Casserole? Whatever you call it, it’s comfort food at its very best. A hearty meal packed with flavour, vegetables and rich gravy for the whole family.
Stews or Casseroles are real comfort food in my home.
And so easy to hide a few veggies!
24. Make vegetable dressings and seasonings
forksoverknives.com says
Fresh carrots combine with a touch of tahini in this nutrient-rich, creamy carrot-gold-dressing. The hint of ginger adds a beautiful flavor boost. Try this on grains, too!
One I will be trying!
25. Vegetable noodles
loveandlemons.com say
Did you know that you can make veggie noodles out of cucumber, carrots, kohlrabi, and more? We’ve all heard of zucchini noodles by now, but lots of other vegetables can transform into curly, colorful noodles too!
How colourful do these look? pretty sure they would transform a noodle bowl recipe!
Ready to join the challenge?
Whether you join us for the 28-day eat more vegetable challenge or not I hope you found this list of 25 creative ways to add more vegetables into your meals inspiring and helpful.
