Vegetables provide vitamins, such as vitamins A and C, and folate, and minerals, such as iron and magnesium. They are naturally low in fat and also provide fiber. Different types of vegetables provide different nutrients.
Legumes also provide protein and can be used in place of meat.
Go easy on the fat you add to vegetables at the table or during cooking. Added spreads or toppings, such as butter, mayonnaise and salad dressing, count as fat. Use low-fat salad dressing. Place potatoes, peppers, onion and garlic in a shallow roasting pan. Drizzle with oil, sprinkle with parsley and toss to mix well.