Top Weight-Loss-Friendly Veggies

When cooked, a cup of zucchini has 27 calories, 2 grams of protein, and 1.8 grams of fiber.

1. Zucchini

Zucchini also has the vitamins lutein and zeaxanthin, which are known to help keep your eyes healthy and lower your risk of several types of vision loss.

Adding green beans to your diet can help you lose weight in a big way.

2. Green Beans

One cup of cooked green beans has 37 calories, 2.2 grams of protein, and 3.8 grams of fiber.

You may have heard of the cabbage soup diet, in which all you eat for a week is cabbage soup.

3. Cabbage

Even though there isn't much proof that this diet is good for long-term weight loss, this cruciferous vegetable has its place in a healthy diet.

Even though edamame has a few more calories than many other veggies, it is a good source of fiber and protein and can be eaten as a snack.

4. Edamame

One cup of dried edamame pods has 188 calories and 18 grams of protein. It also has 8 grams of fiber.

Even though beets are often forgotten, they are low in calories and full of healthy nutrients.

5. Beets

There are 75 calories, 2.9 grams of protein, and 3.4 grams of fiber in one cup of cooked beets.

Broccoli is a cruciferous veggie that is often steamed, eaten raw, or cooked in a sauté pan.

6. Broccoli

Broccoli is low in calories and also has a lot of fiber and protein for how few calories it has.

Top Weight-Loss-Friendly Veggies