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Pokeberry shoots, (poke), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
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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 | 82 MG | 91% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 19% | |
| Niacin | 1.1 MG | 7% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Folate, total | 9 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 0.3 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 435 UG | 48% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.9 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 108 UG | 90% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 53 MG | 4% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.2 MG | 7% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 14 MG | 3% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 33 MG | 3% | |
| Potassium, K | 184 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 254 MG | 11% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 14% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.3 MG | 15% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.9 UG | 2% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (20 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.4g per 100g).
- Rich source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (91% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin A, RAE (48% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (90% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Pokeberry shoots, (poke), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Pokeberry shoots, or poke sallet, are a traditional Appalachian foraged green with an important caveat: the plant is toxic if improperly prepared, requiring multiple boilings with water changes to neutralize harmful compounds before eating. Once properly cooked and drained with salt, the result is a tender, mild green with a profile similar to spinach - low in calories, modest protein, decent fiber. It is deeply regional food, tied to Southern Appalachian tradition, and rarely encountered outside that context.
Dietary Information
Pokeberry shoots, (poke), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pokeberry shoots, (poke), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (91% DV) , Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (90% DV) , and Vitamin A, RAE (48% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 20 calories per 100 grams, Pokeberry shoots, (poke), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt gets 46% of its calories from protein, 62% from carbohydrates, and 18% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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