Discover the best low-calorie foods you can include in your diet to help manage weight and diabetes, sugar levels, thus staying healthy. In this video, we’ll explore nutritious and delicious options like apples, broccoli, chia seeds, watercress, celery, cabbage, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, carrots, cucumbers, and many more. Plus, I’ll share information about my soup recipe books, where you can find low-calorie soup recipes with their calorific values listed, it’s how I manage my Type 2 Diabetes. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more healthy eating tips and recipes!
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Links to my low-Calorie Soup Recipe Books
Soup Maker Recipes 1 – https://amzn.to/3XKv2jM
Soup Maker Recipes 2 – https://amzn.to/4cw5U4y
Soup Maker Recipes 1 & 2 E-book – https://amzn.to/4beEe33
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[Music] hello everyone welcome back to the retired Chef today we’re going to explore some of the best low calorie foods you can include in your diet to help you stay healthy and manage your weight these foods are not only nutritious but also delicious and versatile let’s Dive Right In First on our list is the apple with just 52 calories per 100 G apples are a great low calorie snack they’re high in fiber and vitamin C making them perfect for a quick and healthy bite broccoli is a Powerhouse vegetable with only 34 calories per 100 G it’s rich in vitamins K and c and it’s also a great source of folate you can enjoy it steamed roasted or raw in salads cheia seeds at 486 calories per 100 gam are more calorie dense but you only need a small amount to enjoy their benefits they’re packed with fiber protein and omega-3 fatty acids making them a nutritious addition to smoothies and yogurts Water Crest is incred incredibly low in calories with just 11 calories per 100 G it’s full of vitamins a c and k and has a peppery flavor that’s perfect for salads and sandwiches celery is famous for being low in calories at only 16 calories per 100 gam it’s mostly water but it also provides fiber and vitamin K enjoy it with some peanut butter for a satisfying snack cabbage has 25 calories per 100 G and is full of vitamin K and C it’s versatile and can be used in salads soups or even fermented into sauerkraut brussel sprouts contain 43 calories per 100 G they’re high in fiber vitamin C and K and antioxidants roast them with a little olive oil for a tasty side dish cauliflower with 25 calories per 100 G is a great low calorie substitute for grains it’s rich in vitamin C and K and can be used to make cauliflower rice Mash or even pizza crust carrots have 41 calories per 100 gram and are packed with beta carotene fiber vitamin K and potassium enjoy them raw steamed or roasted for a sweet and crunchy snack cucumbers are incredibly refreshing with just 16 calories per 100 G they’re mostly water but also provide a small amount of vitamin K perfect for salads sandwiches or just as a snack fennel has 31 calories per 100 gram and offers a unique Anis like Flavor it’s high in fiber and vitamin C and can be enjoyed raw roasted or sauted garlic at 149 calories per 100 G is used in small amounts to add flavor to dishes it has numerous health benefits including boosting the immune system and reducing blood pressure leaf lettuce is very low in calories with only 15 calories per 100 gram it’s a great base for salads and provides a good amount of vitamins A and K rocket also known as a rugala has 25 calories per 100 G it has a peppery flavor and is rich in vitamins a c and k making it a nutritious addition to salads homemade soup can be a low calorie meal option depending on the ingredients I’ve written two soup recipe books packed with delicious recipes each with its calorific value listed check the link in the description to take a look beetroot contains 43 calories per 100 G it’s high in fiber folate and vitamin C enjoy it roasted boiled or raw in salads asparagus has 20 calories per 100 gam and is rich in vitamins a c and k it’s also a good source of folate and can be grilled steamed or roasted charred with 19 calories per 100 G is a leafy green packed with vitamins a c and k it’s perfect for sautéing with a little garlic and olive oil grapefruit has 42 calories per 100 G and is a good source of vitamins A and C it’s it’s a refreshing and tangy fruit that can be enjoyed on its own or in salads kale contains 49 calories per 100 gr and is one of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet it’s high in vitamins a k and c and can be used in salads smoothies or saut lemons have 29 calories per 100 G and rich in vitamin C they add a burst of flavor to dishes and can be used in dressings marinades or simply added to water onions contain 40 calories per 100 G and are a staple in many dishes they provide a good amount of vitamin C and fiber and well they add depth of flavor to your cooking bell peppers have 31 calories per 100 G and are high in vitamins A and C they come in various colors and can be enjoyed raw roasted or sauted leaks contain 61 calories per 100 gr and are a good source of vitamin K they add a mild onionlike flavor to soups stews and other dishes radishes have 16 calories per 100 gr and a crunchy and peppery they’re high in vitamin C and perfect for salads or as a snack spinach contains 23 calories per 100 G and is loaded with vitamins a c and k it’s incredibly versatile and can be used in salads smoothies or cooked dishes strawberries have 30 2 calories per 100 G and are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants they’re sweet and juicy making them a perfect snack or addition to desserts raspberries contain 52 calories per 100 G and are high in fiber and antioxidants they’re delicious on their own in yogur or added to smoothies tomato have 18 calories per 100 gram and are a great source of vitamins A and C they’re versatile and can be enjoyed raw cooked or as part of a sauce blueberries contain 57 calories per 100 G and are packed with antioxidants and vitamin C and K they’re perfect for snacking adding to yogurt or baking corette or zucchini has 17 calories per 100 gram it’s high in vitamin C and can be eaten raw grilled or spiralized into noodles as a low carb pasta alternative herbs such as parsley basil and coriander or cilantro are very low in calories typically around 1 to 2 calories per gram they add flavor and nutrients without adding significant calories to your meals chilies contain about 40 calories per 100 gram and can boost metabolism and add a spicy kick to dishes they’re high in vitamin C and capin which may help with weight [Music] loss mushrooms have 22 calories per 100 gram and are rich in B vitamins and ant antioxidants they’re versatile and can be used in soups salads or as a meat substitute in many recipes ginger has 80 calories per 100 gr and is known for its anti-inflammatory properties it’s great for adding flavor to teas soups and stir fries Clementine have 47 calories per 100 G and a high in vitamin C they’re easy to peel and make a perfect portable snack and there you have it these low calorie foods are not only nutritious but also delicious and versatile incorporate them into your diet to help manage your weight and improve your overall health don’t forget to check out the links in the description for my soup recipe books where you can find more delicious and healthy recipes with their calorific values listed [Music]