Why Stir Fry?

Japanese and Mediterranean diets are known to be some of the healthiest. While genetics may play some part in the health of these people, the quantity of fresh fruits and veggies they consume is no doubt a huge part. One that even those of us with German and Irish roots can work with.

http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/diets-of-world-japanese-diet
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/mediterranean-diet/cl00011

• Stir Fry: Whatever veggies you have (even leftover), season & serve -- one pan. What could be easier? Try stove top ratatouille - onion, pepper, tomato, zucchini, and eggplant.
  
• Pasta is almost as easy: A few veggies (even leftover), add cream, broth or pasta water to make it saucier if you want, add cooked pasta -- two pans, not bad.
• Salad: A mix of whatever fruits or veggies you have plus dressing -- no pans (unless it's pasta salad), one bowl if you make dressing. Super summer dinner. Yum! Try mixed greens, spring onions, avocado, and grapefruit with grapefruit honey dressing, topped with baked salmon.
  

These dishes are a great way to increase the quantity and variety of your fresh produce intake. It's easy to add protein with any meat, legumes or tofu.

I love to see what delicious meals I can make just with whatever produce I have. Let me know what yummy dishes you have created this way!