Pumpkin leaves, 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 | 1 MG | 1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 10% | |
| Niacin | 0.9 MG | 5% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 12% | |
| Folate, total | 25 UG | 6% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 80 UG | 9% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.0 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 108 UG | 90% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 43 MG | 3% | |
| Iron, Fe | 3.2 MG | 18% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 38 MG | 9% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 79 MG | 6% | |
| Potassium, K | 438 MG | 9% | |
| Sodium, Na | 244 MG | 11% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 15% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.4 MG | 15% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.9 UG | 2% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (21 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.2g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (2.7g per 100g).
- Rich source of Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (90% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Pumpkin leaves, boiled and drained with salt, are a leafy green popular in parts of Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean, though largely overlooked in American kitchens. Protein content is notably solid for a cooked leaf, fiber is meaningful, and fat is minimal. The flavor has a mild earthiness similar to other cooked greens. They can stand in for spinach or collards in many preparations and represent a genuinely nutritious, underutilized vegetable.
Dietary Information
Pumpkin leaves, 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 Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt include Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (90% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 21 calories per 100 grams, Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt gets 52% of its calories from protein, 65% from carbohydrates, and 9% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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