Lotus root, 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 | 27.4 MG | 30% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Niacin | 0.3 MG | 2% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.3 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 13% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 25.4 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 26 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.9 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 78 MG | 6% | |
| Potassium, K | 363 MG | 8% | |
| Sodium, Na | 281 MG | 12% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.3 MG | 3% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 24% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 10% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.6 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 66 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.1g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (3.1g per 100g).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (24% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (30% DV).
About Lotus root, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Lotus root is a starchy aquatic vegetable common in East and Southeast Asian cooking. Boiled and drained with salt, it has a mild, lightly sweet flavor and a firm, slightly crunchy texture even after cooking, with its signature lacy holes visible in cross-section. The carbohydrate content is meaningful, primarily starch, and fiber is solid. Fat and protein are both low. Works sliced into stir-fries, braises, soups, and Japanese simmered dishes called nimono.
Dietary Information
Lotus root, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Lotus root, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (30% DV) , and Copper, Cu (24% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 66 calories per 100 grams, Lotus root, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt gets 10% of its calories from protein, 97% from carbohydrates, and 1% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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