Pumpkin flowers, raw
* 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 | 28 MG | 31% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Niacin | 0.7 MG | 4% | |
| Folate, total | 59 UG | 15% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 97 UG | 11% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 39 MG | 3% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.7 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 24 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 49 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 173 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 5 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.7 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (15 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.1g per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (31% DV).
About Pumpkin flowers, raw
Pumpkin flowers are one of the more fleeting seasonal vegetables, harvested before they set fruit and used quickly since they wilt within a day of picking. Raw, they are almost calorie-free with negligible fat and minimal carbohydrate. The flavor is delicate and mildly sweet. In Mexican and Italian cooking they are stuffed, battered and fried, or folded into quesadillas and pasta, which transforms their subtle character completely.
Dietary Information
Pumpkin flowers, raw 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 Pumpkin flowers, raw include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (31% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 15 calories per 100 grams, Pumpkin flowers, raw gets 27% of its calories from protein, 87% from carbohydrates, and 4% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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