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Hearts of palm, 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 | 8 MG | 9% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 14% | |
| Niacin | 0.9 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.8 MG | 48% | |
| Folate, total | 24 UG | 6% | |
| Choline, total | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 3 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.5 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 18 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.7 MG | 9% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 10 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 140 MG | 11% | |
| Potassium, K | 1,806 MG | 38% | |
| Sodium, Na | 14 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.7 MG | 34% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.6 MG | 72% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.7 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 115 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.2g per 100g).
- Good source of Potassium, K (38% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (34% DV).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (72% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (48% DV).
About Hearts of palm, raw
Hearts of palm come from the inner core of certain palm trees, and the raw form has a mild, slightly grassy flavor with a firm, fibrous texture. Carbohydrates make up most of the profile, but the fiber content is meaningful and the fat is negligible. It holds up well in salads, ceviche, and plant-based "pulled" preparations where its stringy texture mimics meat. Not a protein source to speak of, but genuinely low in calories and worth keeping on hand.
Dietary Information
Hearts of palm, raw is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Hearts of palm, raw include Copper, Cu (72% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (48% DV) , Potassium, K (38% DV) , and Zinc, Zn (34% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 115 calories per 100 grams, Hearts of palm, raw gets 9% of its calories from protein, 89% from carbohydrates, and 2% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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