Vegetables never go out of style. They color our plates with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Many are high in fiber and therefore may help lower bad cholesterol (also known as LDL cholesterol) levels and stave off hunger to better control your weight. No matter the season, you'll find a variety of vegetables that are tasty and easy to prepare.

Eating plenty of vegetables is essential for lifelong health. Here's how to incorporate more vegetables into your eating plan:

• Always keep your freezer stocked with frozen vegetables.
• Serve pasta primavera where the vegetables outnumber the pasta. Add fresh or frozen broccoli or peas to a casserole or rice dish.
• Whip up a black bean, corn, tomato and bell pepper salad. Season with chili powder, lime juice and fresh cilantro.
• Make soup. Clean out your freezer by adding frozen green beans, potatoes, corn, carrots and more to canned stewed tomatoes. Season with fresh or dried thyme for a savory touch.
• Use raw spinach instead of lettuce on your sandwich.
• Order salads, vegetable soup, stir-fried or steamed vegetables when you eat out.