Chicory greens
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal |
| Protein | 1.7 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Carbs | 4.7 g |
Chicory greens are the bitter, leafy greens of the chicory plant, typically eaten raw in salads or briefly cooked by sautéing or blanching to mellow their characteristic bitterness. Per 100 g, raw chicory greens provide just 23 kcal, 1.7 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat, 4.7 g of carbohydrates and a notable 4 g of dietary fibre, with very little sugar (0.7 g). They are a particularly rich source of vitamin K at 297.6 mcg per 100 g, alongside 286 mcg of vitamin A and 110 mcg of folate. Potassium content stands at 420 mg per 100 g, with calcium contributing a further 100 mg. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Chicory greens fit vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in chicory greens?
Raw chicory greens contain 23 kcal per 100 g, making them one of the lower-calorie leafy vegetables available. A generous 80 g salad portion would contribute fewer than 20 kcal.
How much vitamin K is in chicory greens?
Chicory greens provide 297.6 mcg of vitamin K per 100 g, which is a very high amount relative to most vegetables. Even a small serving delivers a substantial portion of the typical daily reference intake for this nutrient.
Are chicory greens keto-friendly?
Yes, chicory greens are well suited to a ketogenic diet. With only 4.7 g of carbohydrates and 4 g of fibre per 100 g, the net carbohydrate content is very low at around 0.7 g per 100 g.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 23.0 kcal |
| Protein | 1.7 g |
| Fat | 0.30 g |
| Carbs | 4.7 g |
| Sugars | 0.70 g |
| Fiber | 4.0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.073 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.006 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.13 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 100 mg |
| Iron | 0.90 mg |
| Magnesium | 30.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 47.0 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Sodium | 45.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.42 mg |
| Copper | 0.29 mg |
| Manganese | 0.43 mg |
| Selenium | 0.30 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 286 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 24.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 2.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 298 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.060 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.50 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.10 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 110 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 12.8 mg |
