Contemplating Vegetables

Another problem with my weight loss is just the types of foods I happen to eat. I love bread, red meat, and potatoes. I love starch, including corn. If I hear "eat your veggies" one more time, the source is going to get throttled.

However, I also know that eating vegetables is a large part of weight loss. I have myself somewhat convinced that I hate vegetables, and thus, I never eat them. But that is not quite true.

So, we're making lists today! It will just be a reminder of what I do like to eat veggie-wise.

My Favorite Vegetables

1. Carrots
2. Cucumbers (Especially lemon cucumbers grown fresh in our garden. Yum!)
3. Tomatoes
4. Lettuce/greens (I love my greens . . .salads are the best!)
5. Leeks
6. Fennel
7. Corn (Yes, it's a starch but it is also a vegetable!)
8. Peas
9. Garlic
10. Asparagus
11. Artichokes

Things I can't Touch

1. Peppers--all types (unless I want to be in the bathroom all night)
2. Onions (can't stand the texture)
3. Over-cooked squash (Yuck!)

Things I Have Not Tried, but Want To

1. Eggplant (heard it is delicious; I should learn how to cook it)
2. Spaghetti squash

Finally, Things I Like Under Limited Circumstances

1. Squash (grilled only--can't stand it steamed)
2. Spinach (fresh only)

Great reminder for myself: I actually like more than I think I do. Now, I am going to have toast and an apple and get ready for my chiropractic appointment. Think spinach greens and cucumbers with balsamic vinegar would make a good lunch? :)