How to Get 5 Servings of Fruits and Veggies in one Quick Meal

Finished with shrimp and lentils

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By Lindsay
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We all know now that we should be eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. That can seem daunting at best and impossible at worst. But here is a quick--and might I add, yummy way--to get your servings. I recommend it for breakfast. Read on to learn more.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

3 to 4 Garlic Cloves, chopped (fresh preferred)
Half a medium onion, sliced
Three tomatoes, sliced in wedges
Spinach, broccoli or lentils
Cumin spice
Oregano
Minced garlic, optional
Cooked shrimp optional for variety
two eggs, optional
Olive oil
Large pan
Small pan

Step 1

Chop the garlic first. The reason for this is that recent research shows that to get the healthful benefits of garlic, you should chop it and let it sit for 15 minutes.
Step 2

Chop your onions. No need to be fancy. Cut them up any way.
Step 3

Pour enough olive oil into the pan so that it covers the bottom. You might have to swirl the pan to get the olive oil to spread.
Step 4

Turn on medium heat and throw in the onions and the garlic. Add about a half teaspoon of cumin spice. It sounds exotic but you can get it anywhere for a buck fifty or so.
Step 5

Add the oregano. This is key for taste.
Step 6

Let that cook and slice your tomatoes.
Step 7

In a side pan, cook your spinach, broccoli or lentils.
Step 8

Throw the tomatoes in. Stir it all up.
Step 9

Add your spinach, broccoli or lentils. Add about a handful of whichever you choose.
Step 10

Heat that up. If you want to add eggs, crack them in the pan and mix it all up. You can also add shrimp here or neither.
Step 11

Serve, eat and feel good.

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awstories said

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on 1/22/2008 As much or as little as you want. I use about half a teaspoon because I love it. I use dried oregano -- a lot of that too. But fresh would be lovely!