Cardoon (raw) nutrition facts
Cynara cardunculus
100 grams of cardoon, raw contain 17 calories, 0.7 g of protein, 4.1 g of carbohydrates and 0.1 g of fat. It is an excellent source of copper (26% DV). Most of its calories (81%) come from carbs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories17
% Daily Value*
Total fat 0.1 g0%
Saturated fat 0.01 g0%
Trans fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg0%
Sodium 170 mg7%
Total carbohydrate 4.07 g1%
Dietary fiber 1.6 g6%
Protein 0.7 g1%
Vitamin D 0 µg0%
Calcium 70 mg5%
Iron 0.7 mg4%
Potassium 400 mg9%
* 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
Protein 14%Carbs 81%Fat 5%
17calories
0.7 gprotein
4.07 gcarbs
0.1 gfat
Values shown for 100 g.
Rich in
- Copper26%
- Folate17%
- Manganese11%
- Magnesium10%
% 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 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg | 2% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.02 mg | 2% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.03 mg | 2% |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.3 mg | 2% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.34 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg | 7% |
| Folate | 68 µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 400 mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 42 mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 23 mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.17 mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.23 mg | 26% |
| Manganese | 0.26 mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 0.2 µg | 0% |
Fats
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | - |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.02 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.04 g | - |
Other
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 94 g | - |
How it compares to other vegetables and vegetable products
| Per 100 g | Cardoon (raw) | Category average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 | 63.7 | -73% |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 2.82 g | -75% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.07 g | 12.5 g | -67% |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 1.01 g | -90% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.6 g | 3 g | -47% |
| Sodium | 170 mg | 157 mg | +8% |
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 169981. Daily Values are based on FDA reference amounts for a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrient content can vary by variety, growing conditions and preparation.