Popeye Was Onto Something

But let’s think beyond spinach ((high in Vitamin C). How about:

• collard greens: high in beta-carotene, Vitamin C and absorbable calcium
• kale: high in iron and absorbable calcium, Vitamins A and C
• chard: ditto
• zucchini: contains beta-carotene and Vitamin C
• peas: good sources of protein, fiber and Vitamin A
• peppers: high in Vitamins A and C
• cucumbers: high in water content (hey – it all counts!)
• asparagus: high in Vitamin K and folate, good source of Vitamins A and C, potassium
• Brussels sprouts: high in beta-carotene and Vitamin C, great antioxidant
• broccoli: high in cancer-fighting antioxidants and calcium
• cabbage: like its cruciferous brethren, a great cancer-fighter
• artichokes: high in iron, fiber and potassium
• avocados: high in the healthy unsaturated fats we want to include in our diets
• leeks: good source of Vitamins A and C

Almost all are low in calories and fat; high in fiber.

Try some quick & easy ways to eat more veggies:

• Roasted Asparagus
• Braised Leeks
• Light Pea Soup
• Cream of Broccoli Soup

What’s your favorite way to eat your greens? I’d love to hear about it.