Any parent knows that getting kids to eat vegetables is a struggle. Not only do they tend to dislike the taste of many kinds of veggies, but they see kids on TV refuse to eat them all the time, reinforcing the behavior. However, part of growing up is learning to embrace foods that may have grossed you out as a kid, but many adults remain hung-up on hating veggies like Brussels sprouts, radishes and broccoli, say Express and Eating Well.
Fear not! We have two amazing recipes for each of these funky, healthy foods that will help you beat your fear and eat better. Exploring the techniques of frying, sauteing, roasting, and pickling will show you that it's not about what veggie you're eating, it's about how you prepare it.
Brussels Sprouts
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, from Saveur, will help ease you into this brave new world of hated veggies. Add a squirt of lemon for extra flavor and brightness. Then, make Fried Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic-Shallot-Honey Vinaigrette, from Serious Eats, to impress your friends and family.
Radishes
The best way to learn to love radishes is by pickling them. It takes away some of the bitter bite of the radish while adding a lovely briny flavour. Try Spicy Quick-Pickled Radishes, from Cookie and Kate, on tacos or in a salad. Then, make Roasted Radishes With Brown Butter and Lemon, from Epicurious, to embrace the amazing sweetness that radishes can bring with a quick roast.
Broccoli
Broccoli often suffers from the worst mistreatment a veggie can get: steaming. That's why you remember mushy, bland broccoli that smells "off". Everyone knows that the best way to eat broccoli is in Chinese Restaurant-Style Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry, from Recipetin Eats, because it stays somewhat crisp and gets covered in delicious, savoury sauce. Once you've embraced broccoli, make this impressive Broccoli, Onion and Cheese Tart, from RedOnline.
