15 Foods That Have Almost ZERO Calories
Here are some great food and snack ideas if you’re trying to stay low calorie! This is a great resource to plan meals around or as go-to things to snack on when you're hungry.
Some of these you've heard of and some you probably have not. Let’s go!
Shirataki noodles are made from a soluble fiber that absorbs a lot of water. They are often sold in grocery stores and asian markets in small packages. They are usually packed in water. They are a PERFECT substitute for high-carb, high calories noodles in any recipe. Also, since they are made from fiber, very few of the calories in the noodles will actually be used by the body for energy.
>>> See shirataki noodles on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 20 calories
2. Arugula
Arugula is a flavorful, peppery, mustardy flavored leafy green. It's great for salads or toppings on sandwiches. It's high in vitamin K, vitamin A, folate, calcium and potassium.
>>> See arugala on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 5 calories
One of the best go-to snacks for sugar cravings is sugar free jello with a light whipped topping.
>>> See sugar free jello on Amazon
Calories:
1 serving cup = 10 calories
4. Cabbage
One of the most effective weight loss recipes out there is the famous cabbage soup recipe. We actually have it posted here on our site:
Cabbage Soup Recipe for Weight Loss. Cabbage is great in salads & soups.
>> See cabbage on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 22 calories
5. Slim Rice
Slim rice is made in a very similar way to shirataki noodles, made from the same water soluble fiber. Slim rice is usually packed in water and can be bought online or in asian markets as well.
>>> See slim rice on Amazon
Calories:
3 oz = 9 calories
6. Celery
Celery is a great source of vitamins and antioxidants. It reduces inflammation and supports digestion. Use celery as a snack or chopped up in a soup or salad.
>>> See celery on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 17 calories
7. Chard
Chard is a very healthy, leafy green. It's high in vitamin K and many other vitamins as well. Chard is usually eaten cooked with other meats or vegetables. It's great in soups as well.
>>> See chard on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 7 calories
9. Kale
Kale is a densely nutritious food, great for salads, crisped in an air fryer or cooked alongside meats or other vegetables.
>>> See kale on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 9 calories
Mushrooms are filling and a great meat substitute. Try cooking a portobello mushroom cap and then covering with a light sauce, or as a meat replacement in a burger. SO healthy and low in calories.
>>> See portobello mushrooms caps on Amazon
Calories:
One cap (3 oz) = 22 calories
11. Bell Peppers
Bell peppers are sweet, great in salads and great for snacking. They are a good source of nutrition as well, high in vitamin c and other antioxidants.
>>> See bell pepper on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 24 calories
12. Radishes
A spicy tasting root vegetable, they are packed with nutrients, great for snacking or in salads.
>>> See radishes on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 19 calories
13. Spinach
One great feature of spinach, is that it's so mild in taste, it works really well in smoothies and protein drinks. The taste is barely perceptible in drinks. Spinach is high in vitamin K, vitamin A and folate.
>>> See spinach on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 7 calories
14. Tomatoes
Tomatoes are filling, packed with nutrients and a great antioxidant. Snack on cherry tomatoes or throw some sliced tomatoes into a salad.
>>> See tomatoes on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup = 27 calories
15. Zucchini
Zucchini is a filling summer squash that is easy to fix up with other spices, dressings and ingredients. Another feature of zucchini is that it can be spiralized into noodles as a substitute for high carb noodles.
>>> See zucchini on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup (cooked) = 27 calories
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Bonus Low Calorie Fruit:
Delicious watermelon, for it's weight is surprisingly very low in calories.
>>> See watermelon on Amazon
Calories:
1 cup (5 oz) = 46 calories
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