Jerusalem artichoke
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 65 kcal |
| Protein | 2.0 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 11.5 g |
Jerusalem artichoke is a knobby root vegetable, unrelated to the globe artichoke, eaten raw, roasted, or pureed in soups and side dishes. It is a common ingredient in European and North American cooking, often used as a potato alternative, though its flavour is nuttier and slightly sweet. Per 100 g, raw jerusalem artichoke provides 65 kcal, 2 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat, 11.5 g of carbohydrates and 2.1 g of dietary fibre, with 9.6 g coming from sugars. It is a notable source of potassium at 495 mg per 100 g, alongside 75.2 mg of phosphorus and 30 mg of choline. It also contributes 5 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. Suitable for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in jerusalem artichoke?
Raw jerusalem artichoke contains 65 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of around 150 g would provide roughly 98 kcal.
How much potassium is in jerusalem artichoke?
Jerusalem artichoke contains 495 mg of potassium per 100 g, making it a notably rich source among root vegetables. That figure is higher than a banana, which averages around 360 mg per 100 g.
Is jerusalem artichoke keto-friendly?
Jerusalem artichoke appears on the keto diet list, though its 11.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g means portion size matters if you are tracking net carbs closely. The 2.1 g of fibre per 100 g brings the net carb figure down slightly to around 9.4 g per 100 g.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 65.0 kcal |
| Protein | 2.0 g |
| Fat | 0.10 g |
| Carbs | 11.5 g |
| Sugars | 9.6 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g |
| Starch | 0.30 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.004 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.001 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.026 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.099 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 20.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.90 mg |
| Magnesium | 16.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 75.2 mg |
| Potassium | 495 mg |
| Sodium | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 0.11 mg |
| Copper | 0.13 mg |
| Manganese | 0.060 mg |
| Selenium | 0.030 mcg |
| Iodine | 0.10 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1.5 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 5.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.19 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.10 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.14 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.060 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.39 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.080 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 13.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 30.0 mg |
Other cooking states of Jerusalem artichoke
Cooked jerusalem artichoke (63 kcal).
