Dandelion 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 | 35 MG | 39% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 16% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 20% | |
| Niacin | 0.8 MG | 5% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 15% | |
| Folate, total | 27 UG | 7% | |
| Choline, total | 35.3 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 508 UG | 56% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 3.4 MG | 23% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 778.4 UG | 649% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 187 MG | 14% | |
| Iron, Fe | 3.1 MG | 17% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 36 MG | 9% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 66 MG | 5% | |
| Potassium, K | 397 MG | 8% | |
| Sodium, Na | 76 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.4 MG | 4% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 19% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.3 MG | 15% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.5 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (45 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.7g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (3.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (39% DV).
- Good source of Riboflavin (20% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin A, RAE (56% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Dandelion greens, raw
Dandelion greens are among the most nutritionally dense of the common foraged or farmed greens, with real fiber, meaningful protein for a leaf, and a bold bitter flavor that signals a wealth of plant compounds. Raw, they are assertive - best used young and tender in salads alongside sweet, acidic, or fatty elements that balance the bitterness. Older leaves skew sharply bitter and are better cooked. A good source of several vitamins and minerals, they punch above their weight for something most people mow over without a second thought.
Dietary Information
Dandelion greens, raw is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Dandelion greens, raw include Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (649% DV) , Vitamin A, RAE (56% DV) , Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (39% DV) , Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) (23% DV) , and Riboflavin (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 45 calories per 100 grams, Dandelion greens, raw gets 24% of its calories from protein, 82% from carbohydrates, and 14% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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