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Dried vegetables are nutritious because they contain vitamins, minerals and fiber. However, the dehydration process does remove some of the vegetables' original nutrients.
Fiber
Fiber is the part of the vegetable that helps with digestion and can help cut down cholesterol. When vegetables are dried, they lose none of their fiber content.
Vitamin C
If the vegetable contains Vitamin C, it is easily lost during the dehydration process. Vitamin C is helpful for the immune system, heart disease and eye disease.
Minerals
Some minerals, such as iron, are retained in dry vegetables. However, if vegetables are reconstituted with water, more minerals may be lost. According to Colorado State University, riboflavin, niacin and thiamine are retained.
Calories
Caloric content does not change when vegetables are dried out. However, the calories are transformed into small amounts as dried veggies shrink.
Storage
According to Colorado State University, dried vegetables best retain their nutrients if kept in a cool, dark, dry place.
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