While five servings of fruits and vegetables a day is probably an understatement for most of our Asian friends, North Dakotans are falling short of the recommendations. In fact, only about 18 percent of North Dakota adults eat their 5 A Day, and only about 30 percent of North Dakota youth meet the recommendations, according to the North Dakota Department of Health. Scientists have not been able to isolate these protective chemicals in pill form despite the claims some nutritional supplements make. A serving of this recipe provides about 190 calories, less than 6 grams of fat, and a full-day's supply of vitamin C from the red and green peppers. A serving also provides 25 percent of the daily recommendation for vitamin A as beta carotene and 15 percent of the daily recommendation for iron.
Chinese cooking takes time up front for cutting and preparing, but cooking is a breeze.
You can reduce the fat more by using broth instead of oil. You will pay for the convenience, but it will still be less expensive than dining out. Add up your servings of fruits and vegetables over a typical day.