Sweet potato leaves, cooked, steamed, without 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 | 1.5 MG | 2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 21% | |
| Niacin | 1.0 MG | 6% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 9% | |
| Folate, total | 49 UG | 12% | |
| Choline, total | 21 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 147 UG | 16% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.0 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 108.6 UG | 91% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 33 MG | 3% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.6 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 48 MG | 11% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 40 MG | 3% | |
| Potassium, K | 312 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 7 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.3 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 10% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.9 UG | 2% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (35 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.3g per 100g).
- Good source of Riboflavin (21% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (91% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Sweet potato leaves, cooked, steamed, without salt
Steamed sweet potato leaves are tender, lightly earthy, and considerably less bitter than the raw leaf. Fiber drops after cooking, as does carbohydrate concentration, but the protein holds up reasonably well. Fat remains minimal. They work well as a simple cooked green alongside rice or grilled proteins, and because the leaf is sturdy enough to hold up to some heat without completely falling apart, they can also go into soups. A genuinely nutritious leafy green that deserves more recognition in everyday cooking.
Dietary Information
Sweet potato leaves, cooked, steamed, without salt is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Sweet potato leaves, cooked, steamed, without salt include Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (91% DV) , and Riboflavin (21% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 35 calories per 100 grams, Sweet potato leaves, cooked, steamed, without salt gets 25% of its calories from protein, 84% from carbohydrates, and 9% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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