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Cress, garden, raw
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* 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.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 69 MG | 77% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 20% | |
| Niacin | 1 MG | 6% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 15% | |
| Folate, total | 80 UG | 20% | |
| Choline, total | 19.5 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 346 UG | 38% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.7 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 541.9 UG | 452% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 81 MG | 6% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.3 MG | 7% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 38 MG | 9% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 76 MG | 6% | |
| Potassium, K | 606 MG | 13% | |
| Sodium, Na | 14 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 19% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.6 MG | 24% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.9 UG | 2% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (32 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.7g per 100g).
- Good source of Manganese, Mn (24% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (77% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Riboflavin (20% DV).
- Good source of Folate, total (20% DV).
About Cress, garden, raw
Raw garden cress has a sharp, peppery bite similar to watercress and is used as a salad green or garnish rather than a cooked vegetable. Light in all macros, it contributes modest fiber and some protein relative to its size. Commonly grown on windowsills and snipped fresh. Good on sandwiches, in egg dishes, or scattered over soups for a peppery finish.
Dietary Information
Cress, garden, raw is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cress, garden, raw include Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (452% DV) , Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (77% DV) , Vitamin A, RAE (38% DV) , Manganese, Mn (24% DV) , and Riboflavin (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 32 calories per 100 grams, Cress, garden, raw gets 33% of its calories from protein, 69% from carbohydrates, and 20% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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