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Plantains, green, 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 | 20.2 MG | 22% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Niacin | 0.6 MG | 3% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.5 MG | 11% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Folate, total | 28 UG | 7% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 2 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.8 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 41 MG | 10% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 31 MG | 2% | |
| Potassium, K | 431 MG | 9% | |
| Sodium, Na | 2 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 13% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 5% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (0.1g per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (22% DV).
About Plantains, green, raw
Raw green plantains look like large unripe bananas and behave nothing like them - the flesh is starchy, firm, and mildly bitter, totally unsuitable for eating raw the way a banana would be. The carbohydrate load is heavy and comes mostly from resistant starch, which is why green plantains are handled like a starchy vegetable rather than a fruit. They require cooking, and their nutritional character shifts depending on whether they're fried, boiled, or baked.
Dietary Information
Plantains, green, raw is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Plantains, green, raw include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (22% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 152 calories per 100 grams, Plantains, green, raw gets 3% of its calories from protein, 96% from carbohydrates, and 0% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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