Taro leaves, raw Nutrition Facts
Raw taro leaves are a leafy, earthy green with a mild, slightly nutty taste. They’re low in calories, with 42 calories per serving, making them a light addition to meals.
They also provide 0.7g fat, 6.7g carbs, and 5g protein per serving. That protein can help make them more satisfying in soups or stews.
With 3.7g fiber per serving, they’re fairly filling. They also contain 3g sugar, which isn’t especially sweet, but adds a subtle natural balance.
Taro leaves, raw
Serving size: 100 g
Calories42kcal
Net Carbs3g
Protein5g
Fat0.7g
Where do the calories come from?
Protein 37%
Carbs 50%
Fat 12%
What is this food made of?
Water 87%
Protein 5%
Carbs 7%
Fat 1%
Blood Sugar Index0Low
Inflammation Score1Low
PRAL Score2.44Acidic
Amino Acid Score20%Incomplete
Detailed Nutrition Facts
Macronutrients
| Calories (kcal) | 42 | 2% | |
| Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | — | |
| Cholesterol | — | — | |
| Sodium | |||
| 3 mg | 0% | ||
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | |||
| 3.7 g | 15% | ||
| Total Sugars | 3 g | — | |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
Vitamins
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 109 mcg | 91% |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2 mcg | 13% |
| Vitamin A, IU | 4820 mcg | 603% |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 241 mcg | 30% |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 52 mg | 87% |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 mcg | — |
Source: USDA FoodData Central