If consuming your recommended two to three cups of vegetables every day feels like a chore, it's obvious you've yet to tap into the artful, enchanting and exquisite potential of the edible plant.
A serving of vitamin-rich, nutrient-dense produce doesn't have to be consumed through a sad Tupperware's worth of wilted iceberg, or a measly carrot stick used solely as a vessel for unhealthy ranch dip. No, when treated right, vegetables can be the extraordinary main event of your meal. Amp up the volume of a carb dish by tossing in some broccoli. Or swap pasta for spiraled veggies-turned-noodles, to cut back on calories and boost the nutrition of the dish.
Below, find 41 ways to beautifully rack up those servings of vegetables. Enjoy!
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Roasted Rosemary Brussels Sprouts With Caramelized Blueberries
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Baked Zucchini Pasta With Pancetta, Olives And Broccoli
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Cauliflower-Feta Meatballs With Spicy Moroccan Tomato Zucchini Noodles
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Roasted Red Pepper Butternut Squash Noodles With Chicken
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Barbecued Eggplant With Tahini Dressing And Pomegranates
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Green Pizza With Broccoli, Pesto, Chicken And Sour Cream
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Sweet Potatoes With Ricotta And Kale
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Shaved Carrot Salad With Pistachio And Pomegranate Vinaigrette
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Purple Cabbage And Shaved Asparagus Slaw With Cumin-Sesame Dressing
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Shaved Brussels Sprouts With Pecorino And Walnuts
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Beets And Brussel Sprouts Wrapped In Fresh Turnip Greens
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Sweet Potato Bun Sliders With Portobello, Red Peppers And Pesto
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