Chayote Fruit (Raw)
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Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (0.8g), fat (0.1g), and carbohydrates (4.5g) per 100g. At just 19 calories per 100g, Chayote Fruit (Raw) is one of the lowest-calorie options available. With only 2mg of sodium, Chayote Fruit (Raw) is naturally very low in sodium and suitable for sodium-restricted diets. Composed of 94% water by weight, Chayote Fruit (Raw) also contributes to daily hydration.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein15%0.82 g
- Fat5%0.13 g
- Carbs80%4.5 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 94.2 | G |
| Energy | 19.0 | KCAL |
| Protein | 0.82 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.13 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 4.5 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.7 | G |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 | G |
| Cholesterol | 0 | MG |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 7.7 | MG |
| Thiamin | 0.03 | MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.03 | MG |
| Niacin | 0.47 | MG |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.08 | MG |
| Folate, total | 93.0 | UG |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.12 | MG |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 4.1 | UG |
| Calcium, Ca | 17.0 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 0.34 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 12.0 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 18.0 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 125 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 2.0 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.74 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 0.12 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.19 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 0.20 | UG |
| Energy | 80.0 | kJ |
| Ash | 0.30 | G |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.25 | MG |
| Folic acid | 0 | UG |
| Folate, food | 93.0 | UG |
| Folate, DFE | 93.0 | UG |
| Choline, total | 9.2 | MG |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0 | UG |
| Retinol | 0 | UG |
| Carotene, beta | 0 | UG |
| Carotene, alpha | 0 | UG |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0 | IU |
| Lycopene | 0 | UG |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin E, added | 0 | MG |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0 | IU |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.03 | G |
| SFA 4:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 6:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 8:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 10:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 12:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 14:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.02 | G |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.003 | G |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.01 | G |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0 | G |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.009 | G |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0 | G |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0 | G |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.06 | G |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.02 | G |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.04 | G |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0 | G |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0 | G |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0 | G |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0 | G |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0 | G |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0 | G |
| Tryptophan | 0.01 | G |
| Threonine | 0.04 | G |
| Isoleucine | 0.04 | G |
| Leucine | 0.08 | G |
| Lysine | 0.04 | G |
| Methionine | 0.001 | G |
| Phenylalanine | 0.05 | G |
| Tyrosine | 0.03 | G |
| Valine | 0.06 | G |
| Arginine | 0.04 | G |
| Histidine | 0.01 | G |
| Alanine | 0.05 | G |
| Aspartic acid | 0.09 | G |
| Glutamic acid | 0.13 | G |
| Glycine | 0.04 | G |
| Proline | 0.04 | G |
| Serine | 0.05 | G |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0 | G |
| Caffeine | 0 | MG |
| Theobromine | 0 | MG |
Common Serving Sizes
| Serving | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cup (1" pieces) (132g) | 25 | 1.1g | 0.2g | 6g |
| chayote (5-3/4") (203g) | 39 | 1.7g | 0.3g | 9.2g |
Scaled from Chayote Fruit (Raw)'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.
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Nutritional Profile Summary
Chayote Fruit (Raw) has a limited micronutrient profile per 100 g among the key vitamins and minerals tracked. Its primary nutritional value comes from its macronutrient composition.
- Calories: 19 kcal per 100 g
- Protein: 0.8 g per 100 g
- Total Fat: 0.1 g per 100 g
- Carbohydrate: 4.5 g per 100 g
- Fiber: 1.7 g per 100 g
Dietary Considerations
Chayote Fruit (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 2mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Vitamin C: top 18% (#1,487 of 8,262)
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* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Data Source
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 170402.
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