While going to pick your veggies from a farmers market or store has its perks, why not grow your own food? You can plant seeds outside when the weather permits, or grow an herb garden indoors. Some kits come with everything you need to grow your own garden and others are simply starter kits. Pick the one that works best for your space, then plant, harvest and enjoy!
Heirloom Veggie Seed Kit Available at uncommon goods ($23)
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Wear your love for veggies right on your sleeve or even across the front of your chest. No one will doubt that your heart beats for veggies when you proudly display your zest for zucchini emblazoned on your running tank.
wallsparks "Runs on Veggies" Tri-Blend Racerback Tank Available at Amazon ($19.99)
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Why go through all the trouble of hand-selecting every green bean and checking through the heads of romaine lettuce for wilty leaves if you're not going to take the time to properly wash the wax, dirt, grime and chemicals off your precious plants before you eat them?
Natural veggie washes can remove all of this and moreājust spray right on firmer veggies or dilute with water to wash softer ones. Rinse, dry, eat and repeat.
Veggie Wash Natural Fruit & Vegetable Wash Available at Amazon ($12.62)
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Oodles of zoodles! Turn your favorite veggies into spaghetti, pasta ribbons or small rounds and add them as an addition to or instead of your favorite pasta. This way, you'll save on carbs and calories while loading up on nutrients and flavor.
Kenko Cuisine Vegetable Spiralizer Available at Amazon ($15.79)
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Both playful and functional, wearing vegetable jewelry is one way to keep your favorite veggies close and add a touch of whimsy to any outfit. From broccoli earrings to dried fruit cuffs, pick you favorite veggie to display proudly on your ears, fingers, wrist or neck.
Tiny Food Shop A Veritable Vegetable Necklace Available at Amazon ($23)
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Toss out the boring, old dish towels you've had for years and add some smiles to your day with these adorable tea and hand towels. Not only are they functional, but you'll be reminded that eating well doesn't always have to be serious business every time you use them.
MoonlightMakers Funny Dishcloths/Tea Towels Available at Amazon ($30)
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It can be difficult to find just the right thing to hang in your kitchen. But what makes more sense than framing your favorite veggies and proudly displaying them in one of the most-used rooms of your home? From vintage drawings to hand-painted pumpkins and everything in between, consider going old-school with your kitchen decorating.
Lone Star Art Antique Heirloom Vegetables Print Available at Amazon ($12.96)
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Steaming or boiling veggies is healthier than a lot of other cooking methods. Not only does the simple swap help the produce preserve its natural flavors and colors, but it also keeps the nutrients and some of the antioxidants intact.
Cooking vegetables and other foods in a standalone steamer also helps free up stovetop space, so all the components of your meal can all be ready at the same time.
Aicok Food Steamer Available at Amazon ($39.99)
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