Spinach
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 3.2 g |
Spinach is a leafy green vegetable commonly eaten raw in salads or cooked in soups, stir-fries, pasta dishes and curries, where it wilts down considerably in volume. Per 100 g, raw spinach provides just 23 kcal, 2.8 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat, 3.2 g of carbohydrates and 2.2 g of dietary fibre, with very little sugar (0.4 g). It is a notable source of potassium (460 mg per 100 g), calcium (129 mg) and magnesium (63 mg), alongside substantial amounts of vitamin A (469 mcg), vitamin K (394 mcg) and folate (170 mcg). No glycemic index value is established for spinach, reflecting its minimal carbohydrate content. It is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in spinach?
Raw spinach contains 23 kcal per 100 g, making it one of the lower-calorie vegetables available. A typical large handful used in a salad weighs around 30 g, which comes to roughly 7 kcal.
How much vitamin K is in spinach?
Raw spinach contains 394 mcg of vitamin K per 100 g, which is an exceptionally high amount relative to most common vegetables. Even a small 50 g serving delivers around 197 mcg.
Is spinach keto-friendly?
Yes, spinach is well suited to a keto diet. With only 3.2 g of carbohydrates and 2.2 g of fibre per 100 g, its net carbohydrate content is very low, making it easy to include without affecting carb limits.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 23.0 kcal |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Fat | 0.50 g |
| Carbs | 3.2 g |
| Sugars | 0.42 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g |
| Starch | 0.10 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.041 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.082 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.080 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.056 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 129 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 63.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 46.4 mg |
| Potassium | 460 mg |
| Sodium | 41.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.53 mg |
| Copper | 0.10 mg |
| Manganese | 0.70 mg |
| Selenium | 0.80 mcg |
| Iodine | 3.4 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 469 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 26.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin K | 394 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.070 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.51 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.094 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 170 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 19.3 mg |
Other cooking states of Spinach
Cooked spinach (19 kcal), Dried spinach (211 kcal).
