Why Vegetables Work for Athletic Performance

Vegetables are nutritional powerhouses that provide essential nutrients with minimal calories, making them perfect for Athletic Performance.

Best Vegetables for Athletic Performance

Score: 90/100

Beets (Beetroot)

Good for Athletic Performance

59 Calories
0.0g Protein
13.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 87/100

Spirulina

Good for Athletic Performance

20 Calories
4.0g Protein
1.7g Carbs
0.5g Fat
Score: 85/100

Sweet Potato

Good for Athletic Performance

86 Calories
1.6g Protein
20.1g Carbs
0.1g Fat
Score: 75/100

Spinach

Good for Athletic Performance

23 Calories
2.9g Protein
3.6g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Artichokes (Globe)

Good for Athletic Performance

64 Calories
3.5g Protein
14.3g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Asparagus (Cooked)

Good for Athletic Performance

40 Calories
4.3g Protein
7.4g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Broccoli

Good for Athletic Performance

34 Calories
2.8g Protein
6.6g Carbs
0.4g Fat
Score: 50/100

Brussels Sprouts

Good for Athletic Performance

43 Calories
3.4g Protein
9.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Cabbage (Green, Raw)

Good for Athletic Performance

22 Calories
1.1g Protein
5.2g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Cauliflower (Raw)

Good for Athletic Performance

27 Calories
2.0g Protein
5.3g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Chlorella

Good for Athletic Performance

12 Calories
1.8g Protein
0.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Dulse

Good for Athletic Performance

12 Calories
0.5g Protein
0.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Kale

Good for Athletic Performance

35 Calories
4.3g Protein
8.8g Carbs
0.9g Fat
Score: 50/100

Kelp

Good for Athletic Performance

4 Calories
0.0g Protein
0.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Kimchi

Good for Athletic Performance

23 Calories
1.7g Protein
3.6g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Kohlrabi (Raw)

Good for Athletic Performance

36 Calories
2.3g Protein
8.4g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Nori (Seaweed)

Good for Athletic Performance

35 Calories
5.8g Protein
5.1g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Oyster Mushrooms

Good for Athletic Performance

28 Calories
2.8g Protein
5.2g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Red Bell Peppers

Good for Athletic Performance

46 Calories
0.0g Protein
9.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Sauerkraut

Good for Athletic Performance

27 Calories
1.3g Protein
6.1g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Shiitake Mushrooms

Good for Athletic Performance

34 Calories
2.2g Protein
6.8g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Swiss Chard (Cooked)

Good for Athletic Performance

35 Calories
3.3g Protein
7.2g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Wakame Seaweed

Good for Athletic Performance

18 Calories
1.2g Protein
3.8g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Wheatgrass

Good for Athletic Performance

11 Calories
0.8g Protein
0.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Yellow Bell Peppers (Raw)

Good for Athletic Performance

50 Calories
1.5g Protein
11.8g Carbs
0.0g Fat

Key Benefits of Vegetables for Athletic Performance

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Nutrient Dense

Vegetables pack maximum nutrition with minimal calories.

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Protective Compounds

Rich in phytonutrients that support immune function and cellular health.

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Fiber Rich

Excellent source of fiber for digestive health and satiety.

💡 Practical Tips for Vegetables

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Eat the Rainbow

Different colors provide different nutrients and antioxidants.

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Cook Smart

Some nutrients increase with cooking (like lycopene in tomatoes).

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Prep Ahead

Wash and chop vegetables in advance for easier weekday meals.

Nutrition Comparison

Compare nutrition values per 100g serving:

Food Score Calories Protein Carbs Fat Fiber
Beets (Beetroot) 90/100 59 0.0g 13.0g 0.0g 2.8g
Spirulina 87/100 20 4.0g 1.7g 0.5g 0.0g
Sweet Potato 85/100 86 1.6g 20.1g 0.1g 3.0g
Spinach 75/100 23 2.9g 3.6g 0.0g 2.2g
Artichokes (Globe) 50/100 64 3.5g 14.3g 0.0g 6.9g
Asparagus (Cooked) 50/100 40 4.3g 7.4g 0.0g 2.8g
Broccoli 50/100 34 2.8g 6.6g 0.4g 2.6g
Brussels Sprouts 50/100 43 3.4g 9.0g 0.0g 3.8g
Cabbage (Green, Raw) 50/100 22 1.1g 5.2g 0.0g 2.2g
Cauliflower (Raw) 50/100 27 2.0g 5.3g 0.0g 2.5g
Chlorella 50/100 12 1.8g 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g
Dulse 50/100 12 0.5g 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g
Kale 50/100 35 4.3g 8.8g 0.9g 3.6g
Kelp 50/100 4 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g
Kimchi 50/100 23 1.7g 3.6g 0.0g 2.4g
Kohlrabi (Raw) 50/100 36 2.3g 8.4g 0.0g 4.9g
Nori (Seaweed) 50/100 35 5.8g 5.1g 0.0g 0.3g
Oyster Mushrooms 50/100 28 2.8g 5.2g 0.0g 2.0g
Red Bell Peppers 50/100 46 0.0g 9.0g 0.0g 3.1g
Sauerkraut 50/100 27 1.3g 6.1g 0.0g 4.1g
Shiitake Mushrooms 50/100 34 2.2g 6.8g 0.0g 2.5g
Swiss Chard (Cooked) 50/100 35 3.3g 7.2g 0.0g 3.7g
Wakame Seaweed 50/100 18 1.2g 3.8g 0.0g 0.4g
Wheatgrass 50/100 11 0.8g 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g
Yellow Bell Peppers (Raw) 50/100 50 1.5g 11.8g 0.0g 1.7g

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