Vegetable Cost Comparison Handout for Holiday Shopping Lists
Here is a veggie cost comparison handout chart to help everyone plan and shop for the holidays.
- The good news is that veggies bought in bulk are a great deal.
- The best bets are sweet potatoes and winter squash because they are low in cost per calorie and are big enough for larger gatherings.
- Kale is also a deal because you don't need a lot to toss up a big salad.
- When buying items already peeled and cut, the cost goes up a bit. Exotic items tend to be a little higher priced. Mushrooms and hybrid items are one example, but a little can go a long way when tossed into salads, veggies, and gravies.
- Frozen and canned are a good deal, too, if you find them without added salt and fat. They are easy to prepare for older folks and people who want a more manageable task with preparing their meals.
But the truth is, any vegetable is a good vegetable, so it is all about family traditions and favorites. But hopefully, this list is a great start to keep the budget down.Stay tuned for a recipe and prep series on our favorites!Download this holiday veggie prices spreadsheet to make any changes you like!Here is a fun recipe for Brussels sprouts. Or check out our 6-course meal for the holidays here.
Air Fried Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Orange Glaze
Using an air fryer for Brussels sprouts makes them so delicious they will be a hit at any meal.
- Air Fryer
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts (rinsed, trimmed, ready to cook)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 2 each orange
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Toss the Brussels sprouts in olive oil. Cook them in an air fryer at 375-400 degrees for about 15 minutes or until they are very crispy and brown on the outside.
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Toss the Brussels sprouts with the dried cranberries and juice of one orange.
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Serve them hot on a platter garnished with a sliced orange.