{"id":16000,"date":"2023-12-29T19:09:23","date_gmt":"2023-12-29T13:39:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/?p=16000"},"modified":"2024-02-19T17:18:37","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T11:48:37","slug":"low-calorie-vegetables","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/low-calorie-vegetables\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 14 Low-Calorie Vegetables for Effective Weight Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>Understanding Low-Calorie Foods<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight management is impossible without a low-calorie diet. A low-calorie diet involves limiting the calories consumed in a day. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For effective weight management, you must work with a dietitian as they help you figure out the right number of calories for you per day, structure your meals and find the right portion for each food choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/low-calorie-foods-for-weight-loss\/\">Low-calorie foods<\/a>, including low-calorie vegetables, have high satiety, which means they can keep you feeling full while reducing your overall caloric intake. This way, they help in weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Low-Calorie Vegetables to Help in Weight Loss<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables have high fibre and water and less starch, fats and proteins. Due to this, they are low in calories.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s look at a few vegetables low in calories that you can include in your weight-loss diet:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"cta-image-banner\">\n            <div class=\"cta-body\">\n                <a class=\"cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/fitterfly.typeform.com\/to\/D8eLpc75?utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=nutrition_consult&utm_source=organic\" target=\"_blank\">\n                    <div class=\"desktop-cta-image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\"  data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/weight-loss-diet-nutrition-consultation-banner.webp\" alt=\"weight loss diet nutrition consultation banner\" title=\"Weight Loss Nutrition Consults Form\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1650\/370;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/weight-loss-diet-nutrition-consultation-banner.webp\" alt=\"weight loss diet nutrition consultation banner\" title=\"Weight Loss Nutrition Consults Form\" \/><\/noscript>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mobile-cta-image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\"  data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/weight-loss-diet-nutrition-consultation-mob-banner.webp\" alt=\"weight loss diet nutrition consultation banner\" title=\"Weight Loss Nutrition Consults Form\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 750px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 750\/572;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/weight-loss-diet-nutrition-consultation-mob-banner.webp\" alt=\"weight loss diet nutrition consultation banner\" title=\"Weight Loss Nutrition Consults Form\" \/><\/noscript>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>1. Tomatoes<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16061 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Tomatoes\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Tomatoes.webp\" alt=\"Tomatoes Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Tomatoes.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Tomatoes-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Tomatoes-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16061 size-full\" title=\"Tomatoes\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Tomatoes.webp\" alt=\"Tomatoes Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Tomatoes.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Tomatoes-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Tomatoes-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3>Nutritional benefits<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water makes over 95% of tomatoes. The remaining 5% is fibre and carbohydrates. Due to this, tomatoes are low energy dense and provide around 18 calories per 100 g. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other nutrients present in tomatoes include potassium, vitamin C, folate and plant compounds with antioxidant properties such as lycopene, beta carotene, and chlorogenic acid.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>How to include it in your diet?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomatoes form the basic foundation of many Indian curries and gravies. Remember to prepare them in low-calorie oil. Other recipes where you can use tomatoes and are good for weight loss are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salads<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomato soup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raita\/koshimbir<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomato rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomato chutney with no sugar\/sweetener<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomato bhaji<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>2. Cucumbers<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16062 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Cucumbers\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cucumbers.webp\" alt=\"Cucumbers Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cucumbers.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cucumbers-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cucumbers-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16062 size-full\" title=\"Cucumbers\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cucumbers.webp\" alt=\"Cucumbers Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cucumbers.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cucumbers-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cucumbers-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3>Nutritional benefits<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cucumbers are rich in vitamins like vitamin K and lots of water. Besides their hydrating and cooling properties, cucumbers are low-calorie foods ideal for weight loss. Cucumbers provide between 17 to 19 Calories (per 100 g), making them low-energy-dense foods for weight loss.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>How to include it in your diet?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cucumbers are versatile vegetables and can be used in:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salads<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold soup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refreshing health drinks with other fruit juices\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In raitas with curd<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>3. Lady\u2019s finger (Okra)<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16063 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Lady\u2019s finger (Okra)\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ladys-finger-Okra.webp\" alt=\"Lady\u2019s finger (Okra) Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ladys-finger-Okra.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ladys-finger-Okra-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ladys-finger-Okra-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16063 size-full\" title=\"Lady\u2019s finger (Okra)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ladys-finger-Okra.webp\" alt=\"Lady\u2019s finger (Okra) Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ladys-finger-Okra.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ladys-finger-Okra-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ladys-finger-Okra-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3>Nutritional benefits<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lady\u2019s finger or okra is rich in magnesium, folate, fibre, antioxidants, vitamins K, A and C. The Lady\u2019s finger is low in calories (around 27 calories) and carbohydrates, which makes it an excellent vegetable for weight loss. It also contains powerful antioxidants that fight free radicals responsible for the development of chronic health conditions.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>How to include it in your diet?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing the lady\u2019s finger is easy. Here are some ways to include it in your weight loss diet:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhindi ki bhaji (steamed bhindi with little or no oil)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhindi masala (prepared in low-fat)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhindi in curd<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>4. Beetroot<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16064 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Beetroot\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beetroot.webp\" alt=\"Beetroot Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beetroot.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beetroot-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beetroot-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16064 size-full\" title=\"Beetroot\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beetroot.webp\" alt=\"Beetroot Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beetroot.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beetroot-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beetroot-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3><b>Nutritional benefits<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beetroots are another healthy food rich in antioxidants and fibre. They provide 35 calories of energy, which makes them low-energy-dense foods. The high fibre and low calories make beetroots an excellent addition to your weight loss diet.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to include it in your diet?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beetroots are easy to incorporate into your diet. Here are some ways to use them:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salads<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raitas and koshimbir with curd<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulav<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>5. Broccoli<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16065 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Broccoli\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Broccoli.webp\" alt=\"Broccoli Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Broccoli.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Broccoli-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Broccoli-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16065 size-full\" title=\"Broccoli\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Broccoli.webp\" alt=\"Broccoli Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Broccoli.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Broccoli-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Broccoli-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3>Nutritional benefits<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli is a known weight-loss vegetable with several health benefits. This vegetable is rich in antioxidants and micronutrients like potassium, vitamin C, iron, vitamin B6, calcium, and magnesium. Broccolis are low-energy-dense vegetables providing just 34 calories per 100 g of the vegetable.\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>How to include it in your diet?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli has become popular in India today and has been found in a variety of dishes. Here are some healthy ways to include broccoli in your weight-loss diet:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steamed broccoli with a lean protein and a complex carbohydrate like quinoa or brown rice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lightly stir-fried broccoli<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sauteed broccoli with garlic and onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baked vegetables with minimal fat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In pulav\/fried rice<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>6. Cabbage<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16066 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Cabbage\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cabbage.webp\" alt=\"Cabbage Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cabbage.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cabbage-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cabbage-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16066 size-full\" title=\"Cabbage\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cabbage.webp\" alt=\"Cabbage Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cabbage.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cabbage-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cabbage-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3>Nutritional benefits<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabbage belongs to the cruciferous family and is an excellent addition to your weight loss diet. Cabbage is low in calories (around 21.5 calories per 100 g) and rich in other nutrients like fibre, vitamin C, B6, D and magnesium.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>How to include it in your diet?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some low-calorie dishes that you can prepare with cabbage include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salads with low-fat dressing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir-fries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paratha<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curry\/bhaji<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>7. <\/b>Cauliflower<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16067 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Cauliflower\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cauliflower.webp\" alt=\"Cauliflower Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cauliflower.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cauliflower-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cauliflower-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16067 size-full\" title=\"Cauliflower\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cauliflower.webp\" alt=\"Cauliflower Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cauliflower.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cauliflower-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cauliflower-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3>Nutritional benefits<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cauliflowers are nutritious vegetables that are low in calories (22 calories per 100 g). They are also high in fibre and water, making them great for digestion and weight loss foods. Cauliflowers are low in fat but rich in vitamin C, K, calcium and iron. Other vitamins present in cauliflower include vitamins A, E, B5 and B6.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>How to include it in your diet?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A very popular vegetable in Indian households, cauliflowers can be used in several dishes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir fry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulav<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baked cauliflower<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paratha<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gobi rice<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>8. Pumpkin<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16068 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Pumpkin\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Pumpkin.webp\" alt=\"Pumpkin Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Pumpkin.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Pumpkin-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Pumpkin-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16068 size-full\" title=\"Pumpkin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Pumpkin.webp\" alt=\"Pumpkin Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Pumpkin.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Pumpkin-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Pumpkin-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3>Nutritional benefits<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pumpkins are filling vegetables that are rich in antioxidants (beta carotene), fibre and micronutrients like vitamins C and E, iron and folate. For this reason, pumpkins are good for vision, prevent chronic diseases, and boost immunity. Being low in calories (23 calories per 100 g), they are great for weight loss.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>How to include it in your diet?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some healthy ways to include pumpkin in your diet:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pumpkin soup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kaddu ki sabji<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paratha<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Added to sambhar, pulusu, undyu<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mor kulambu ( a type of kadhi)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>9. Mushrooms<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16069 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Mushrooms\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mushrooms.webp\" alt=\"Mushrooms Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mushrooms.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mushrooms-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mushrooms-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16069 size-full\" title=\"Mushrooms\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mushrooms.webp\" alt=\"Mushrooms Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mushrooms.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mushrooms-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mushrooms-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3>Nutritional benefits<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our list of low-calorie veggies is incomplete without mentioning mushrooms. The regular button mushroom available in India provides 27 calories per 100 g\u00a0 and is therefore considered low-energy dense. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides being low in calories, mushrooms are packed with nutrients like vitamin D, selenium, and vitamin B6. Due to its nutrients and high water content, mushrooms are good for weight loss.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>How to include it in your diet?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mushrooms are versatile and can be added to a variety of savoury dishes, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir-fried vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salads<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>10. Spinach<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16070 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Spinach\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Spinach.webp\" alt=\"Spinach Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Spinach.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Spinach-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Spinach-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16070 size-full\" title=\"Spinach\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Spinach.webp\" alt=\"Spinach Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Spinach.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Spinach-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Spinach-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3><b>Nutritional benefits<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach is rich in nutrients like fibre, iron, magnesium, potassium, magnesium, vitamin A and folate. Vegetables are also considered low-energy-dense (24.3 calories per 100 g) and ideal for weight loss.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to include it in your diet?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach can be added to several weight-loss dishes including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Palak Paneer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salads<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir fry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Palak rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Palak vegetable tikki prepared in low-fat oil (olive oil)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>11. Beans<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16071 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Beans\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beans.webp\" alt=\"Beans Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beans.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beans-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beans-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16071 size-full\" title=\"Beans\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beans.webp\" alt=\"Beans Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beans.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beans-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Beans-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3><b>Nutritional benefits<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All types of beans are high in fibre and protein, both of which make them excellent low-calorie veggies for weight loss. They are low in calories (Hybrid French beans contain 22 calories to 40 calories per 100 g depending upon the type of beans). These nutrients also give beans a high satiety level, keeping you feeling full for longer.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to include it in your diet?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beans are versatile and can be added to your diet in the following ways:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breakfast: In upma, oats chilla, savory oats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lunch and dinner: Beans bhaji, in pulav\/biryani, franky, whole wheat noodles<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>12. Carrots<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16073 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Carrots\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carrots.webp\" alt=\"Carrots Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carrots.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carrots-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carrots-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16073 size-full\" title=\"Carrots\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carrots.webp\" alt=\"Carrots Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carrots.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carrots-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carrots-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3><b>Nutritional benefits<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrots are rich in fibre and micronutrients but low in calories (100 g carrot gives 33-38 calories). The high fibre content in carrots gives them a high satiety value, keeping you feeling full and preventing unhealthy snacking. These properties make carrots excellent veggies for weight loss.\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to include it in your diet?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A staple in most Indian households, carrots are used to prepare several healthy dishes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salads<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raita<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Koshimbir<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oats chilla<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In pulav\/biryani<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir-fried veggies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>13. Lettuce<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16074 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Lettuce\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Lettuce.webp\" alt=\"Lettuce Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Lettuce.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Lettuce-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Lettuce-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16074 size-full\" title=\"Lettuce\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Lettuce.webp\" alt=\"Lettuce Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Lettuce.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Lettuce-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Lettuce-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3><b>Nutritional benefits<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most popularly used vegetables in healthy diets, lettuce is high in nutrition. At the same time, lettuce is also low in carbohydrates and cholesterol. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vegetable is high in water and fibre content, keeping you full longer. These properties and its low-calorie nature (21 calories per 100 g) make it an ideal vegetable for weight loss.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to include it in your diet?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lettuce is most commonly used in salads.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h2><b>14. Gourds<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16075 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Gourds\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Gourds.webp\" alt=\"Gourds Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Gourds.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Gourds-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Gourds-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16075 size-full\" title=\"Gourds\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Gourds.webp\" alt=\"Gourds Low-Calorie Vegetables for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Gourds.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Gourds-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Gourds-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h3><b>Nutritional benefits<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most gourds (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dudhi<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dodka<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">turi<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">parwal<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, etc) contain high fibre and water content, giving them a high satiety. These vegetables are also low in cholesterol and carbohydrates, making them low-calorie vegetables (containing 12 calories to 15 calories per 100 g, depending upon the type of gourd) ideal for weight loss.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to include it in your diet?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All gourds can be used to prepare stir-fries and bhajis. Preparing koftas or frying them in oil can increase their caloric value.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><i>We recommend that you consult your dietician about the right way to prepare these low-calorie veggies as part of your low-calorie diet.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<h2><b>FitterTake<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Vegetables low in calories are excellent additions to your weight-loss diet. While you include these vegetables in your diet, you must also ensure you are using appropriate cooking methods. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using high-calorie and high-fat oils for cooking or adding sweeteners like sugar, honey, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/jaggery-for-weight-loss-can-jaggery-help-you-lose-weight\/\">jaggery<\/a> can increase the caloric value of the dish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We highly recommend consulting a dietitian who can help you lose weight in the healthiest way possible. To learn more,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3Q3XOZ2\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">speak to us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or simply give us a missed call at<\/span><a href=\"tel: 08068507599\"><b> 08068507599<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and we will reach out to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Wish to begin your weight loss journey? 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