Most nutritious veggies?

Amberh82

What are the most nutritious veggies? I feel like I'm stuck in a veggie rut and want to try some new things...

shbretired

Greens; Kale, asparagus, artichokes, avocado etc...

Check out Dr Oz site for tips.

Wonderob

Try these high protein veg:

1. Peas
These small green bite-sized vegetables pack a huge punch of protein, at eight grams per serving. Split peas contain even more protein, providing more than 16 grams for every cup consumed. Both split peas and green peas are tasty, easy to prepare and can be stored for convenient use in the cupboard.

2. Corn
Whether on the cob or out of a can, corn provides five grams of protein per cup. It also contains plenty of fiber, and can be added to just about any dish without compromising the integrity of the meal. Corn is delicious in soups, on salads and eaten fresh off the cob.

3. Broccoli
Consuming a cup of chopped broccoli will provide you with three grams of protein. Combined with rice or beans, you can create a high protein dish that is healthy, filling and easy to prepare when you don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen.

4. Chickpeas
You'll get eight grams of protein with every serving of chickpeas you consume, which can help you to easily reach your daily target for this nutrient. Chickpeas are delicious when they're made into hummus, and they can be added to soups or salads for a quick energy boost.

5. Spinach
A serving of spinach offers up a whopping 13 grams of protein, enough to keep you going for hours after you consume it. Spinach is great in casseroles, pastas, soups, salads and even by itself. There are numerous ways to prepare spinach such as creaming it, steaming it, boiling it and stir frying it.

6. Artichokes
While it takes a while to cook these fascinating high protein vegetables, the wait is well worth it. A medium artichoke has about four grams of protein and packs a huge taste factor. They are best when served with warm butter or mayonnaise to dip the leaves in, and they can be served with just about any kind of main dish, from spaghetti to steak.

hollyhop1

My favorites are:
Broccoli - even broccoli rabe
Cauliflower
Carrots
Celery
Asparagus
Early Peas
Romaine Lettuce (with a touch of bleu cheese)
Avocado
Jalapenos
I like to make Pio de Gallo that has a little bit of everything in it... eat it with the low fat/baked crackers/chips