Arrowhead, raw
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.1 MG | 1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 14% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Niacin | 1.7 MG | 10% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.6 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 15% | |
| Folate, total | 14 UG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 10 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 2.6 MG | 14% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 51 MG | 12% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 174 MG | 14% | |
| Potassium, K | 922 MG | 20% | |
| Sodium, Na | 22 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.3 MG | 3% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 19% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.4 MG | 16% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.7 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 99 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.3g per 100g).
- Good source of Potassium, K (20% DV).
About Arrowhead, raw
Arrowhead is an aquatic tuber used widely in Asian cooking, particularly Chinese cuisine, though it remains niche in most American grocery stores. Raw, it looks like a small corm with a papery skin and a starchy interior that tastes faintly like water chestnuts with a slightly bitter edge. Moderate in carbohydrates and surprisingly protein-forward for a root vegetable. Most preparations peel and slice or quarter it before cooking, since the raw form can be bitter and somewhat astringent.
Dietary Information
Arrowhead, raw is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Arrowhead, raw include Potassium, K (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 99 calories per 100 grams, Arrowhead, raw gets 22% of its calories from protein, 82% from carbohydrates, and 3% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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