“Vegetables are packed with nutrients and antioxidants but do not carry a lot of calories.

Sure, most vegetables contain a helpful amount of fiber.

However, some varieties of veggies containprotein, too.

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What constitutes a high-protein vegetable?

And when it comes to the mushroom varieties with higher levels of protein, portobello is a great choice.

However you choose to cook them, you’ll surely appreciate the flavor and health benefits.

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In fact,some researcheven suggests that eating mushrooms was linked to lower all-cause morality.

That sounds like quite the magic mushroom, after all.

High in vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate,Brussels sproutsare rich in vitamins.

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(This green vegetable may not sound so bad after all!)

For example, asparagus contains potassium, which theAmerican Heart Associationsays is crucial in maintaining healthy blood pressure levels.

Is Asparagus Good for You?

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However, take note that sweet corn is also exactly as it sounds: sweet!

This means there’s a bit more sugar than other varieties of this vegetable.

First off, they are considered a high-protein vegetable with around 5 grams of protein per cup.

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Collard greens also contain calcium and vitamin K, both of which are vital nutrients for yourbone health.

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Green peas

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