Daikon radish
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal |
| Protein | 0.6 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 4.1 g |
Daikon radish is a large, mild-flavoured white root vegetable eaten raw or cooked, and is a staple across East and South Asian cuisines. Raw, it is commonly sliced thin for salads and pickles, grated as a condiment alongside grilled fish, or simmered in soups and stews. Per 100 g, raw daikon provides just 17 kcal, 0.6 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat, 4.1 g of carbohydrates and 1.6 g of dietary fibre, with 2.5 g of naturally occurring sugars. It contributes 227 mg of potassium, 28 mcg of folate and 16.2 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Daikon is suitable for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in daikon radish?
Raw daikon radish contains 17 kcal per 100 g, making it one of the lower-calorie vegetables available. A typical 200 g serving — roughly a few thick slices — would provide around 34 kcal.
How much vitamin C is in daikon radish?
Daikon radish contains 16.2 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. That is a meaningful amount for a root vegetable, though it is worth noting that cooking can reduce vitamin C content, so raw preparations preserve more of it.
Is daikon radish keto-friendly?
Yes, daikon radish is listed as keto-compatible. With only 4.1 g of carbohydrates and 1.6 g of fibre per 100 g, its net carb content is low enough to fit comfortably within typical keto carbohydrate limits.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 17.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.60 g |
| Fat | 0.10 g |
| Carbs | 4.1 g |
| Sugars | 2.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.030 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.017 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.045 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.029 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.016 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 27.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.40 mg |
| Magnesium | 16.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 23.0 mg |
| Potassium | 227 mg |
| Sodium | 21.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.15 mg |
| Copper | 0.12 mg |
| Manganese | 0.038 mg |
| Selenium | 0.10 mcg |
| Iodine | 1.0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 16.2 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.30 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.020 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.020 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.20 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.14 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 28.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 7.3 mg |
