Good healthy choices yet low in calories

Introduction:

Whike you are struggling in finding healthy food yet low calories you may forget about some green leafy vegetables and fruit that are just right in the front of your eyes. Read the article below to know them

Kale

Kale is a very nutritious vegetable as it is high in vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, rich in fiber and antioxidant. You can enjoy it with salad or side dish as it low calories. One cup of raw chopped kale has 33 calories.

Arugula

It is a green leafy vegetables that is high in both vitamins and mineral. Two cups of arugula have only ten calories, so it is a great choice for salad or you can enjoy it with olive oil, lemon juice and garlic.

Carrots

Carrots are high in vitamins A and C, plus they're a good source of several B vitamins potassium, and manganese One cup of sliced carrots has about 50 calories.

Broccoli

It is particularly high in vitamin C, iron, vitamin A, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. It's also high in fiber and totally low-cal. One cup of chopped broccoli only 31 calories.

Swiss chard

It is very nutritious and low in calories too. One cup of chopped cooked chard has 35 little calories, but it's rich in calcium, iron, potassium, vitamins A, C, and K. Swiss chard doesn't require a lot of effort to prepare and can be boiled or sauteed with a little olive oil and white balsamic vinegar.

Cauliflower

It is high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. One cup of chopped cauliflower has only 25 calories and is perfect as a steamed side dish or served raw with a light veggie dip.

Spinach

It is high in iron, calcium, and several vitamins, and one cup of raw spinach leaves has only seven calories and a cup of cooked spinach has only 41.

Green Beans

They are excellent source of both vitamins A and C and a good source of several minerals, B vitamins, and fiber. One cup of cooked green beans has only 44 calories.

Brussels Sprouts

They are high in vitamins and minerals plus they have quite a bit of dietary fiber (talk about a perfect side dish). One cup of cooked Brussels sprouts has only 56 calories.

Chicken Breast

Lean chicken breast meat without the skin is an excellent source of protein, niacin, selenium and vitamin B-12. One 3-ounce portion of chicken breast meat has about 100 calories before it's cooked. Keep portion size under control and keep it healthy by topping it with healthy ingredients.

Grapefruit

It is a healthy citrus fruit that's loaded with potassium, vitamins C and A, and fiber. It's also low in calories. One-half a grapefruit has 52 calories.

Cod:

Cod is high in vitamin B-12, niacin, selenium and protein in addition it has a mild flavour compared to the oilier ocean fish such as salmon and tuna and it's also lower in calories. A 3-ounce portion of cooked cod has about 90 calories (that's baked not deep-fried).

Mushrooms

Mushrooms are excellent source of B vitamins, minerals, and fiber. One cup of raw white mushrooms has only 15 calories. Mushrooms can be added to salads or used as ingredients in a variety of recipes.

Shrimp

Shrimp and prawns are high in protein, selenium, niacin and vitamin B-12. They're also super low in calories with four large cooked shrimp coming in at about 26 calories.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are high in vitamins A and C, many B vitamins and some minerals. Plus they're high in fiber and totally diet-friendly. One tomato has about 35 calories. Add tomato slices to salads and sandwiches or snack on a handful of cherry tomatoes. Another low-Cal choice as a serving of five cherry tomatoes has a total of 20 calories.

Zucchini

Zucchini can be served raw as an appetizer or snack, or they can be sautéed in a little bit of olive oil for a healthy low-Cal side dish. One cup of chopped zucchini has 20 calories. It also has lots of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

Celery

Celery is an excellent source of fiber, calcium, potassium and vitamin C and low in calories. One long celery stalk has ten calories, and one cup of chopped celery has only 16 calories.

Radishes

Radishes are an excellent source of vitamin C and several minerals, including zinc and potassium. And they're crazy-low in calories. Each radish has one calorie

Strawberries:

They are high in vitamin C, fiber, and potassium. And they're diet-friendly. One cup of strawberry slices has 53 calories. Serve them after dinner or add them to a bowl of oatmeal or low-fat yogurt.

Scallops

Scallops are perfect for a healthy weight loss diet. They're low in calories, and high in protein, minerals and vitamin B-12. Two large scallops have only 26 calories. Serve sautéed scallops with a little lemon, cooked greens or a large salad for a low-calorie dinner.

Blueberries

Blueberries are super high in antioxidants, fiber and vitamins, and minerals. They're also naturally low in calories. One cup of fresh blueberries has 84 calories. Serve blueberries as a low-Cal dessert or add them to cereal or use them in smoothies.

Clementine:

They're high in vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, plus they're low in calories (each little Clementine has 35 calories). They're perfect for an afternoon snack or an addition to a healthy breakfast.

Watermelon:

Watermelon is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, plus potassium, and low in calories with one cup of watermelon balls having only 46 calories. Serve watermelon as a tasty sweet mid-afternoon snack or after dinner as a healthy dessert.

Sources:

https://www.verywellfit.com/watching-your-weight-with-healthy-foods-2506654?utm_campaign=livinghealthy&utm_medium=email&utm_source=cn_nl&utm_content=15951426&utm_term=list_gl_ot_vft-default

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