Chayote, fruit, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt
* 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 | 8 MG | 9% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Niacin | 0.4 MG | 3% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.4 MG | 8% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Folate, total | 18 UG | 5% | |
| Choline, total | 10.5 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 4.7 UG | 4% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 13 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 12 MG | 3% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 29 MG | 2% | |
| Potassium, K | 173 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.3 MG | 3% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 12% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 7% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.3 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (24 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.5g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (2.8g per 100g).
About Chayote, fruit, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt
Boiled chayote has a mild, almost neutral flavor that makes it one of the more understated vegetables in any cuisine. The flesh softens considerably with heat and absorbs whatever it is cooked alongside, whether garlic, herbs, or a light broth. Nutritionally it is very low in everything, with minimal protein, negligible fat, and light carbohydrate content, making it more of a textural addition to a dish than a caloric one. Common in Latin American and Southeast Asian cooking, it works well in stews, stir-fries, or simply dressed with olive oil and lemon.
Dietary Information
Chayote, fruit, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 24 calories per 100 grams, Chayote, fruit, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt gets 10% of its calories from protein, 85% from carbohydrates, and 18% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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