Tahitian taro
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 44 kcal |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Fat | 1.0 g |
| Carbs | 6.9 g |
Tahitian taro is a variety of taro (Colocasia esculenta) grown widely across the Pacific Islands, where its large leaves and corms are both used in traditional cooking — the leaves are typically cooked before eating, often in coconut-based dishes or wrapped around fillings. Per 100 g raw, it provides 44 kcal, 2.8 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 6.9 g of carbohydrates, making it relatively low in calories compared to many starchy root vegetables. It is a notable source of potassium at 606 mg per 100 g and calcium at 129 mg per 100 g, alongside 102 mcg of vitamin A and a substantial 96 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. Tahitian taro is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in tahitian taro?
Raw tahitian taro contains 44 kcal per 100 g, with 2.8 g of protein and 6.9 g of carbohydrates. It is relatively light in calories compared to other taro varieties and starchy root vegetables.
How much vitamin C is in tahitian taro?
Tahitian taro provides 96 mg of vitamin C per 100 g, which is a notably high amount for a root vegetable. For reference, that is close to the vitamin C content found in many citrus fruits.
How much potassium is in tahitian taro?
Tahitian taro contains 606 mg of potassium per 100 g, making it a rich source of this mineral. It also supplies 129 mg of calcium per 100 g, which is relatively high for a vegetable.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 44.0 kcal |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Fat | 0.97 g |
| Carbs | 6.9 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.20 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.078 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.40 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 129 mg |
| Iron | 1.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 47.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 45.0 mg |
| Potassium | 606 mg |
| Sodium | 50.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.090 mg |
| Copper | 0.071 mg |
| Manganese | 0.16 mg |
| Selenium | 0.70 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 102 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 96.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.062 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.24 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.99 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 9.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
Other cooking states of Tahitian taro
Cooked tahitian taro (37 kcal).
