How to Eat More Greens Without Overthinking It

Greens have been part of my meals for years.

Spinach, kale, collards, lettuce… they are just always around in my kitchen.

For me, they are the base I build on, not something I add at the last minute.

But I know for a lot of people, eating more greens feels like a chore. It can feel boring, or like something you “should” do but never actually want to do.

That is why I want to share a few easy ways to sneak them in. Nothing complicated. Just simple swaps and habits that make it second nature to eat more leafy greens.

Greens are packed with the good stuff — vitamins, minerals, fiber.

They keep your digestion moving, help your immune system, and support long-term health. The best part is they are affordable and easy to work into what you already eat.

Here are some of my favorite ways to add more greens:

• Swap fries for a side salad. Fries are always tempting, but I never regret getting a salad instead. If you do, ask for a vinaigrette instead of a creamy dressing and go for spinach or spring mix if it is an option.

• Load up your sandwiches and wraps. I throw spinach, kale, or lettuce on everything. Treat greens like a topping and keep piling them on.

• Blend them into smoothies. This is my favorite hack because you do not taste the greens. A frozen banana, some strawberries, almond milk, and a handful of spinach — you would never know it was in there. If you are new to green smoothies, start with spinach because it blends the best.

• Make an extra green side at dinner. It does not have to be fancy. Steam spinach, sauté bok choy, or massage kale with olive oil and lemon. I usually add at least one green side to dinner each night. Easy, fast, and good for you.

Here is the thing. It is not about being perfect. It is about making progress.

One handful of greens here, one extra side there, and pretty soon it just feels natural.

And if you want more simple ideas, I put together a free guide called Eat More Plants: Quick Wins and Easy Meals to Help You Start Where You Are. Enter your info below to get it.