Willow, leaves in oil (Alaska Native)
* 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron, Fe | 1.3 MG | 7% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 58 MG | 5% |
About Willow, leaves in oil (Alaska Native)
Willow leaves preserved in oil are a traditional Alaska Native food with a fat profile almost entirely from the oil itself. The leaves contribute modest protein and some carbohydrates, but the dominant macronutrient here is fat. Used as a condiment or side, not a main dish, this preparation reflects how Indigenous Alaskan cuisine extracts nutrition and flavor from plants that most cuisines overlook entirely.
Calorie Breakdown
At 592 calories per 100 grams, Willow, leaves in oil (Alaska Native) gets 2% of its calories from protein, 5% from carbohydrates, and 93% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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