In the majority, most of us love summer fruits and vegetables much more. Nice flavors, cool and full of the aroma of the sea and carelessness.

But which are considered the most summer vegetables and what benefits do they offer you?

  • Tomato:

The king of summer and not without reason, since it is not missing from any summer table. Tomatoes have a number of health benefits, but one of the things tomatoes are perhaps best known for is their high levels of the antioxidant lycopene. Various studies report that lycopene, a red pigment, is known to reduce levels of both heart disease and cancer. The lycopene in tomatoes can also help protect the skin from the sun’s UV rays.

  • Zucchini:

Zucchini is another vegetable added to the summer list. Zucchini have high levels of many nutrients, including vitamin A, manganese, potassium, and more.

Most of the time, its nutritional value depends on the way they are prepared and consumed. Raw courgettes offer less vitamin A than cooked courgettes, but on the other hand, raw courgettes offer higher levels of vitamin C. Of course, if it’s fried courgettes (as they usually are) their caloric value skyrockets, while the nutritional their value decreases significantly.

  • Cucumber:

Refreshing, light, tasty and full of nutrients. Cucumbers are very low in calories, with just 45 calories per 300 gram serving, and they are 96% water, making them another great food to help you stay hydrated in hot temperatures. In terms of nutrients, cucumber will provide you with vitamin K, potassium and manganese.

For all these reasons, it is no coincidence that it is recommended in all diets if you want to lose weight and reduce fluid retention.

  • Eggplant:

Eggplants are rich in fiber and antioxidants. A serving of eggplant can provide at least 5% of a person’s daily fiber needs, while being rich in vitamins and minerals. It’s also a source of phenolic compounds that act as antioxidants, helping the body eliminate free radicals — unstable molecules that can damage cells if they accumulate in large amounts. As a result, it has beneficial effects against diseases and conditions such as cardiovascular, hypertension and cancer.

They also play an important role in better weight management as they are rich in vegetable fibers offering satiety for longer, while they are low in calories.

Whichever vegetable you prefer, it will provide you with plenty of nutrients and help you manage your hunger better.