Introduce Exotic Vegetables To Your Diet

If you find that youre getting tired of the same ole vegetables over and over then its time to start thinking of different ways to introduce new ones into your diet. One of the ways to do this is to start experimenting with exotic vegetables. Thankfully its much easier these days to have access to some of the exotic vegetables that you used to only find in upper class (aka expensive) restaurants.

Exotic vegetables are a fun way to add new color, texture and flavor to your dishes. You can jazz up existing recipes with these or create new recipes to add to your diet.
Now, lets take a look at a list of vegetables that are considered exotic. Some you may have been lucky enough to try – and love. But some will no doubt be new to you and your family.

• Asparagus
• Bok Choy
• Black radish
• Beansprouts
• Chillis
• Daikon
• Kohlrabi
• Yams
• Pak choi
• Plantain
• Purple Cauliflower
• Okra
• Shiitake mushrooms
• Fennel
• Zucchini
• Endives
• Leeks
• Parsnips


Now that you have a better idea of what an exotic vegetable is lets talk about ways you can use them to add more vegetables to your diet. Because If youre like a vast majority of the world, you dont come close to consuming the recommended 5 servings a day of vegetables (and fruits) and need to find a way to increase your intake.
If you want one recipe that gives you the best bang for your buck in terms of consuming a large amount of vegetables in one sitting, this recipe is perfect.

Exotic Roasted Veggies
1/4 cup parsnips
1/4 cup red and yellow peppers
1/4 cup black radish
1/4 cup turnips
1/4 cup purple cauliflower
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
2 Tbsp. olive oil

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. While oven is preheating, cut all vegetables and place in a bowl. Add the salt, pepper and olive oil. Toss well. Place the vegetables on a baking sheet lined with tin foil, cover and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and roast for an additional 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

If youre looking for a resource where you can find exotic vegetable recipes, check out http://www.yummly.com/recipes/exotic-vegetables. Youll find recipes like Exotic Mushroom and Walnut Pate, Maduros with Mint Mojo (Fried Ripe Plantains with Garlic and Mint Sauce), Plantain Chips, Cactus Casserole and many more!