Every Time You Eat, Have A Plant®

Happy National Fruits & Veggies Month! This year’s theme, Every Time You Eat, Have A Plant®, invites you to reimagine your meals with a splash of color and nutrition. Ever wondered how easy it could be to include fruits and veggies in every bite you take? We’re here to show you how – with hacks, flavor and a whole lot of fun!

Incorporate Into Beloved Meals

Why not give your favorite comfort foods a nutritious twist? By adding fruits and veggies, you can turn these classics into health-boosting favorites. Try these recipes:

• Sweetpotato Mac & Cheese
• Tuna, Celery & Apple Salad Sandwich
• Ground Beef & Mushroom Stroganoff
• Lentil Sloppy Joes
• Cheesy Pizza Casserole

Create Fun Snack-tivities

Snack crafts are the perfect way to get the kids in the kitchen and interested in eating more fruits and veggies. Save these ideas for a fun, kid-friendly activity day:

• Bear Toast
• Clementine Butterflies
• Banana Split On A Stick
• Apple Ring Pancakes
• Kid-Cute-Rie Board

Have A Plant® With Family

Gathering around the table for family meals isn’t just about food – it’s a recipe for better health, mental well-being, and stronger connections. Discover how adding more fruits and veggies to your family dinners can nourish both body and soul:

• Tips For Making Healthy Family Meals Easier
• Simple & Affordable Family Meals With A Veggie Twist

Have A Plant® At School

Kickstart the school year with brain-boosting, plant-powered meals and snacks that your kids will love. From easy hacks to fun, flavorful recipes, we’ve got everything you need for a healthy, back-to-school season:

• 15 Hacks For A Healthy Back-To-Busy Season
• Fiesta Ham Rollup
• PB & Berry Tacos
• Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Have A Plant® On The Go

Life is busy, but that doesn’t mean you have to compromise on nutrition. Whether you’re dashing to afterschool activities or refueling after a workout, these portable plant-forward ideas will keep you going strong:

• Boost Nutrition With After School Snacks
• No Time? No Problem. #haveaplant For Your Next Road Trip
• Produce For Performance
• Simple Snack Ideas

There are countless eating occasions that occur throughout our days, weeks, months. So, whether you’re packing a lunch, ordering takeout or grabbing a quick snack, always ask yourself, ‘What fruit or veggie can I add to this?’.

Follow along on our Instagram and Facebook  and let’s build the #haveaplant and #NFVM2024 hype this September!