What if you do not like vegetables and fruits

A picture of a plate of stir fry containing meat, broccoli, mushrooms and wholegrain noodles.

For some people taste or texture is an issue when it comes to eating vegetables and fruits.

Here are some ideas to try to help you enjoy them more often:

Start to introduce vegetables and fruits in your meals and snacks by pairing them with foods you already enjoy.
Add extra flavour to vegetables with a little olive oil, balsamic vinegar, a squeeze of lemon, garlic or other seasonings like herbs and spices.
Try making a stir-fry with frozen mixed vegetables, and you can add seasonings or a homemade sauce. The short cooking time makes a crisper vegetable dish, which may be more appealing to you if you don’t like softer vegetables.
Try eating vegetables and fruits in a smoothie or smoothie bowl. You can combine fresh or frozen vegetables and fruits, yogurt, and milk or water in a blender for a refreshing snack. To make a smoothie bowl, pour the blended frozen vegetables and fruits, yogurt, and milk or water in a bowl and top with fruit, seeds, or nut butter.
Try thinly slicing root vegetables (e.g., beets, sweet potatoes, parsnips, or turnip), toss them in oil and bake them in the oven or in the air fryer to make chips to have as a snack or side dish.

You can also use herbs and spices to add zest to fresh, frozen and canned vegetables. Below are some examples of what you can add to boost flavour: