Leafy Greens and Colourful Veggies

Posted on 08. Sep, 2009 by Ellen in Canola Recipes

Leafy greens like spinach, kale, swiss chard and romaine lettuce are packed with vitamins, minerals and fibre. Spinach is especially rich in folic acid and lutein. Orange veggies (like squash, carrots and pumpkin) contain beta-carotene, an important pigment that our body converts to Vitamin A. Red tomatoes contain lycopene which helps support prostate health and immune function. It has been found that the nutrients from vegetables are better absorbed when combined with a healthy fat source (like canola oil – another superfood on our list!)

Tip: Most greens and veggies are high volume, low calorie foods – so you feel full on fewer calories.

Ellen

Ellen is two things: bossy and a foodie. She loves to tell everyone why they should cook with canola oil by indulging in her love of cooking and teaching.

Tags: canola, kale, lettuce, spinach, Super Foods, swiss chard