Gourd, white-flowered (calabash), cooked, boiled, drained, without 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 | 8.5 MG | 9% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Niacin | 0.4 MG | 2% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Folate, total | 4 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 24 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.3 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 11 MG | 3% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 13 MG | 1% | |
| Potassium, K | 170 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 2 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.7 MG | 6% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 3% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.2 UG | 0% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (15 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.0g per 100g).
About Gourd, white-flowered (calabash), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt
Boiled calabash gourd is even more water-heavy than the raw version and turns soft, silky, and entirely mild once cooked through. A little more fiber than the raw state, still negligible in fat and protein. Draining removes most of the cooking liquid and concentrates the texture slightly without adding any real flavor. Common in Indian dal preparations, Chinese soups, and Korean stews, where the soft pieces soak up broth and seasoning. Essentially calorie-free in normal serving amounts.
Dietary Information
Gourd, white-flowered (calabash), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 15 calories per 100 grams, Gourd, white-flowered (calabash), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt gets 16% of its calories from protein, 98% from carbohydrates, and 1% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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