Radicchio
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Carbs | 4.5 g |
Radicchio is a leafy chicory vegetable with distinctive deep-red leaves and a pleasantly bitter flavour, typically eaten raw in salads or grilled and braised as a cooked side dish. It is a staple of Italian cuisine and appears frequently in Mediterranean-style cooking, often paired with milder greens, citrus dressings or aged cheeses to balance its bitterness. Per 100 g, raw radicchio provides just 23 kcal, 1.4 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 4.5 g of carbohydrates, with 0.9 g of dietary fibre and only 0.6 g of sugars. It is a notable source of vitamin K at 255.2 mcg per 100 g, and also contributes 60 mcg of folate and 302 mg of potassium. No glycemic index value is available for radicchio. It is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in radicchio?
Raw radicchio contains just 23 kcal per 100 g, making it one of the lower-calorie leafy vegetables. A typical salad portion of around 40 g would contribute roughly 9 kcal.
How much vitamin K is in radicchio?
Radicchio contains 255.2 mcg of vitamin K per 100 g, which is a substantial amount relative to its small calorie count. It also provides 60 mcg of folate per 100 g.
Is radicchio keto-friendly?
Yes, radicchio is well suited to a keto diet. It contains only 4.5 g of carbohydrates and 0.6 g of sugars per 100 g, keeping net carbs very low while adding volume and flavour to meals.
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 23.0 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.25 g |
| Carbs | 4.5 g |
| Sugars | 0.60 g |
| Fiber | 0.90 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.060 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.010 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.11 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 19.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.57 mg |
| Magnesium | 13.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40.0 mg |
| Potassium | 302 mg |
| Sodium | 22.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.62 mg |
| Copper | 0.34 mg |
| Manganese | 0.14 mg |
| Selenium | 0.90 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 8.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 2.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 255 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.016 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.028 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.26 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.27 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.057 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 60.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 10.9 mg |
