Capers (canned) nutrition facts
Capparis spinosa
100 grams of capers, canned contain 23 calories, 2.4 g of protein, 4.9 g of carbohydrates and 0.9 g of fat. It is an excellent source of copper (42% DV) and vitamin K (21% DV). Most of its calories (53%) come from carbs. It is high in sodium, with 2350 mg per 100 g.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Calorie breakdown
Values shown for 100 g.
Rich in
- Copper42%
- Vitamin K21%
- Dietary fiber11%
- Riboflavin (B2)11%
% Daily Value per 100 g
Full nutrient profile
Amounts per 100 g. Change the serving size in the label above.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 7 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4.3 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.88 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 24.6 µg | 21% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.02 mg | 2% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.14 mg | 11% |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.65 mg | 4% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.03 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 1% |
| Folate | 23 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Choline | 6.5 mg | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.67 mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 40 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 33 mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.32 mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.37 mg | 42% |
| Manganese | 0.08 mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 1.2 µg | 2% |
Fats
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 0.23 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | - |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.06 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.3 g | - |
Other
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 83.8 g | - |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | - |
| Alcohol | 0 g | - |
How it compares to other spices and herbs
| Per 100 g | Capers (canned) | Category average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 | 249 | -91% |
| Protein | 2.36 g | 10.1 g | -77% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.89 g | 44 g | -89% |
| Total fat | 0.86 g | 8.37 g | -90% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.2 g | 19.3 g | -83% |
| Total sugars | 0.41 g | 4.42 g | -91% |
| Sodium | 2350 mg | 1237 mg | +90% |
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 172238. Daily Values are based on FDA reference amounts for a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrient content can vary by variety, growing conditions and preparation.