It’s the same thing every year. We overindulge during the holidays, then make solemn (and quickly abandoned) promises to eat healthier and shed pounds. So here’s a sane and simple resolution that will help you achieve both goals in a single stroke — eat more vegetables.
The only problem is the time it takes to prep and cook them. This is why I love my food processor. Those beets? You can grate and sauté them in minutes. Same for the carrots and parsnips. Best of all, having sautéed your grated veggies in a bit of oil, you have maximized their flavor, as opposed to steaming or boiling them, which dilutes it.
Enhance the finished product however you want — with nuts, your favorite spices or herbs, or a squeeze of citrus or other acid. Just be sure to put a mix of colors on the plate; for the most part, the brighter the color, the better the nutrition.
And you don’t even have to cook your shredded veggies. Just toss them with lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.