If you're like the average American, you get only three servings of fruits and veggies per day. But you need nine. That might seem like a lot, but it's really not, say the food editors at Eating Well, because servings aren't as big as you think.

Salads are an easy way to get your goods -- just throw together two cups of spinach, a half-cup of bell peppers and a half-cup of green beans. Add some healthy dressing, and you'll satisfy half of your daily recommended servings. The video above shows the whole story.