10 Vegetables You Need on Your Plate If You’re Trying to Lose Weight

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Zucchini

With just about 17 calories per 100 grams (roughly 1 cup), zucchini is the ultimate low-calorie, high-volume veggie to keep you feeling full. It’s made up of over 90% water, yet it still packs in important minerals like potassium, which helps regulate fluid balance in the body.

Zucchini is incredibly versatile: spiralize it into “zoodles” as a pasta alternative, roast it in the oven, toss it into stir-fries, or blend it into soups. Its mild flavor and tender texture make it the perfect base for light, satisfying dishes that won’t weigh you down.