Drumstick pods, 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 | 141 MG | 157% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Niacin | 0.6 MG | 4% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.8 MG | 16% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Folate, total | 44 UG | 11% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 4 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 30 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.4 MG | 2% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 45 MG | 11% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 50 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 461 MG | 10% | |
| Sodium, Na | 42 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.5 MG | 4% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.3 MG | 11% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.7 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (37 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.2g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (3.2g per 100g).
- Rich source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (157% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Drumstick pods, raw
Drumstick pods - also called moringa pods - are long, slender seed pods harvested from the moringa tree and eaten widely across South Asian and African cuisines. Raw, they have a mildly bitter, earthy flavor and firm texture. The pods are mostly water and light carbohydrate with a modest amount of plant protein, making them genuinely low in calories. They work best sliced and simmered in lentil soups, coconut curries, or sambar, where their flesh softens and absorbs surrounding flavors.
Dietary Information
Drumstick pods, raw is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Drumstick pods, raw include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (157% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 37 calories per 100 grams, Drumstick pods, raw gets 23% of its calories from protein, 92% from carbohydrates, and 5% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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