Gourd, dishcloth (towelgourd), cooked, boiled, drained, with 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 | 5.7 MG | 6% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Niacin | 0.3 MG | 2% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.5 MG | 10% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Folate, total | 12 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.7 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 9 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.4 MG | 2% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 20 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 31 MG | 2% | |
| Potassium, K | 453 MG | 10% | |
| Sodium, Na | 257 MG | 11% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 10% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.2 UG | 0% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 54 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.3g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (2.9g per 100g).
About Gourd, dishcloth (towelgourd), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Towel gourd, also called dishcloth gourd or luffa, is a warm-season vegetable common in South and East Asian cooking. Cooked and drained, it is low in calories with a mild sweetness and a slightly spongy texture that soaks up sauces well. Fiber content is reasonable, and the sodium comes from the salt added during boiling. In a Western grocery context it is obscure, but in Chinese and Indian cuisines it appears in stir-fries, curries, and soups where its texture is an asset rather than a liability. Worth seeking out if you want to expand your vegetable repertoire.
Dietary Information
Gourd, dishcloth (towelgourd), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 54 calories per 100 grams, Gourd, dishcloth (towelgourd), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt gets 5% of its calories from protein, 102% from carbohydrates, and 6% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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