Chicory greens, 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 | 24 MG | 27% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Niacin | 0.5 MG | 3% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.2 MG | 23% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Folate, total | 110 UG | 28% | |
| Choline, total | 12.8 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 286 UG | 32% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.3 MG | 15% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 297.6 UG | 248% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 100 MG | 8% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.9 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 30 MG | 7% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 47 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 420 MG | 9% | |
| Sodium, Na | 45 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.4 MG | 4% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.3 MG | 33% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.4 MG | 19% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.3 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (23 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.3g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (4g per 100g).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (33% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (27% DV).
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (23% DV).
About Chicory greens, raw
Chicory greens raw are one of the more bitter leafy vegetables in common use, and that bitterness is actually a marker of the phytochemicals that make them nutritionally interesting. Fiber is high relative to other raw greens, protein is modest, and fat is low. They are best balanced with something acidic, fatty, or sweet - classic Italian cooking pairs them with olive oil, lemon, and garlic, or uses them wilted into pasta and bean dishes.
Dietary Information
Chicory greens, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Chicory greens, raw include Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (248% DV) , Copper, Cu (33% DV) , Vitamin A, RAE (32% DV) , Folate, total (28% DV) , and Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (27% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 23 calories per 100 grams, Chicory greens, raw gets 30% of its calories from protein, 82% from carbohydrates, and 12% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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