Vegetables are good for your health, but some are more nutritious than others. Here are 9 veggies that you should eat more often, according to nutritionists.
Arugula
01.
This leafy green has a spicy flavor and is high in vitamin C, folate, calcium and glucosinolates, which may lower cancer risk.
Butternut squash
02.
This winter squash has a thick skin and a dense, orange flesh. It is a great source of vitamin C, beta carotene, potassium and magnesium.
Carrots
03.
These root vegetables are full of beta carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A. This helps with vision, skin health and immunity.
Onions
04.
They have a pungent flavor and are rich in quercetin, a flavonoid that has anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.
Brussels sprouts
05.
These mini cabbages are cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli and cauliflower.
Mushrooms
06.
These fungi are not technically vegetables, but they are often eaten as such. They have a meaty texture and a savory flavor.
Potatoes
07.
These tubers are often vilified for being starchy and high in carbs, but they are actually very nutritious.
Bell peppers
08.
They have a sweet and crunchy taste and are loaded with vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B6 and antioxidants.
Kale
09.
This dark green leafy vegetable is a superfood. It has vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, calcium, iron and antioxidants.