These 10 foods deliver under 100 calories per serving while bursting with nutrients. Whether you're aiming to lose weight, maintain it, or simply eat healthier, incorporating them makes it effortless and delicious.
Versatile zucchini shines grilled, steamed, or baked into bread. Packed with iron, potassium, magnesium, fiber, and zero fat, it's a dieter's dream.
Calories per 100g (steamed): 27
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Air-popped popcorn is rich in antioxidants. Skip the oil, butter, or sugar—opt for chili powder instead to keep calories low.
Calories per 100g: 387 (per serving: 56)
Lemons add zesty flavor to water, fish, or dishes. Loaded with vitamin C, they support detoxification and immunity.
Calories per 100g (lemon juice): 30
Known as a superfood, broccoli provides nearly all essential nutrients. Just 80g meets your daily vitamin C and K needs, aids digestion, and supports weight loss.
Calories per 100g: 29
Onions boast polyphenols—antioxidant, anti-inflammatory compounds that lower cardiovascular risk. Easily elevate any meal's nutrition and flavor.
Calories per 100g (raw): 36
These shellfish offer high protein and low fat for a satisfying meal. Choose steaming to minimize calories.
Calories per 100g (steamed): 74
Strained Greek yogurt provides digestible healthy fats and ample protein for satiety and muscle support.
Calories per 100g: 45
Use coconut oil for baking, smoothies, or as a butter alternative—its medium-chain fats offer unique benefits.
Calories per 100g: 878 (per tablespoon: 117)
Rice cakes fit low-calorie diets best when topped with avocado, nut butter, goat cheese, or hummus to stabilize blood sugar.
Calories per 100g: 374 (per rice cake: 26)
Fresh figs satisfy sweet cravings with vitamins A and B, potassium, and calcium—far lower in calories than dried.
Calories per 100g: 64 (dried figs: 207)
Source: Santé September 2015 | Text: Noor Smit
