VEGETABLES

8 low-carb

Everyone knows your mother was right when she told you to eat your veggies.

Here, a list of 8 low-carb vegetables that you can use as a resource when forming a healthy diet plan.

CAULIFLOWER

One of the most popular low carb vegetables, cauliflower is a cruciferous veggie with a mild and subtly sweet, nutty taste.

ISTETIANA

1

5G CARBS PER CUP

ASPARAGUS

Asparagus is a quick cooking veggie that works well when roasted with nothing but olive oil and salt until crisp-tender or tossed into a stir-fry.

CAVAN IMAGES

2

7G CARBS PER CUP

MUSHROOMS

Mushrooms are prized for having an umami-forward profile that can stand in for meat in vegetarian dishes and enhance the flavor of most anything else.

MARTIN POOLE

3

2G CARBS PER CUP

BROCCOLI

Broccoli is tasty when lightly seasoned and roasted for a simple side dish, and also makes an excellent addition to stir-frys and pastas.

CLAUDIA TOTIR

4

6G CARBS PER CUP

SPINACH

This leafy green boasts a boatload of health benefits, including a high amount of nitrates and vitamin K.

KSENIYA OVCHINNIKOVA

5

7G CARBS PER CUP, COOKED; 1G CARBS PER CUP, RAW

KALE

Kale has been trending for quite some time–and for good reason. This leafy green is a powerhouse of antioxidants and an excellent source of vitamins K and C.

WESTEND61

6

1G CARBS PER CUP

ZUCCHINI

Containing very few carbs and a significant amount of vitamin C, zucchini is a darling of the keto diet that's frequently used as a substitute for pasta.

CLAUDIA TOTIR

7

4G CARBS PER CUP

BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Brussels sprouts are a hard sell for some, but the health-conscious know that this cruciferous veggie has an impressive nutritional profile.

BRETT STEVENS

8

4.6G CARBS PER CUP

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