Turnip greens, 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 | 27.4 MG | 30% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Niacin | 0.4 MG | 3% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.3 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 11% | |
| Folate, total | 118 UG | 30% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 381 UG | 42% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.9 MG | 13% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 367.6 UG | 306% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 137 MG | 11% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.8 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 29 MG | 2% | |
| Potassium, K | 203 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 265 MG | 12% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.3 MG | 28% | |
| 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 (0.2g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (3.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (28% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (30% DV).
- Good source of Folate, total (30% DV).
About Turnip greens, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Turnip greens boiled and drained with salt are a Southern staple with serious nutritional credentials. The fiber content is high relative to the overall volume, and the protein is real for a cooked leafy green. Fat is minimal. The bitterness typical of raw turnip greens softens considerably with boiling, though a pot likker with smoked meat is the traditional way to round out the flavor. They pair well with cornbread and vinegar-based condiments.
Dietary Information
Turnip greens, 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 Turnip greens, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt include Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (306% DV) , Vitamin A, RAE (42% DV) , Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (30% DV) , Folate, total (30% DV) , and Copper, Cu (28% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 20 calories per 100 grams, Turnip greens, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt gets 23% of its calories from protein, 87% from carbohydrates, and 10% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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