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What Does Eating 7 A Day Look Like?
Meal planning for 7 servings of fruits and vegetables a day sounds like a tall order. Especially when you only eat 3-4 meals a day, right!? Well, you're in luck. We've broken down a few days worth of meals so that you can see what 7/day looks like.Note: One serving of fruit (1F). One serving of vegetables (1V).Day 1
Breakfast:
- Egg scramble with peppers, onions, and tomato (1V)
- Slice of whole grain toast
- Cantaloupe wedge (1F)
Lunch:
- Mediterranean Roll-up (1V)
- Yogurt and strawberries (1F)
Snack:
- Apple and peanut butter (1F)
Dinner:
- Oriental Noodle Toss with Black Beans (1V)
- Tossed salad (1V)
4V + 3F = 7 a day
Day 2
Breakfast:
- Scrumptious Swiss Oats 'n Fruit (1F)
- Glass of OJ (1F)
Lunch:
- Great Northern Tuna Salad Stuffer with green onion, red pepper, and fresh parsley (2V)
- Cornbread
Snack:
- Orange and a cheese stick (1F)
Dinner:
- Guiltless Nachos Supreme topped with green pepper, onion, and tomato (1V)
- Raw veggie sticks (1V)
4V + 3F = 7 a day
Day 3
Breakfast:
- Smoothie with berries, banana, and orange (2F)
- 1/2 a bagel
Lunch:
- Veggie & Cheese Stuffed Baked Potato (1V)
- Canned lite peaches (1F)
Snack:
- Hummus and cucumber (1V)
Dinner:
- Turkey Joes topped with lettuce and tomato (1V)
- Sunshine Carrot-Raisin Salad (1V)
4V + 3F = 7 a day
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