How many calories are in Fireweed Leaves (Raw)?

Fireweed Leaves (Raw) contains 103 calories per 100g serving (USDA data).

How much protein is in Fireweed Leaves (Raw)?

Fireweed Leaves (Raw) provides 4.7g of protein per 100g, which is 9% of the recommended daily value.

Is Fireweed Leaves (Raw) high in fat?

Fireweed Leaves (Raw) is low in fat with only 2.8g per 100g (4% DV).

What vitamins and minerals are in Fireweed Leaves (Raw)?

Fireweed Leaves (Raw) is a notable source of Manganese (291% DV), Dietary Fiber (38% DV), and Magnesium (37% DV) per 100g.

Fireweed Leaves (Raw)

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Fireweed, leaves, raw

Vegetables and Vegetable Products

A 100g serving covers 291% of the daily recommended Manganese, making Fireweed Leaves (Raw) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (4.7g), fat (2.8g), and carbohydrates (19.2g) per 100g. At 103 calories per 100g, Fireweed Leaves (Raw) offers moderate energy density suitable for balanced meals. Sodium is modest at 34mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Fireweed Leaves (Raw) provides 10.6g of dietary fiber per 100g (38% DV), contributing meaningfully toward the recommended 28g daily target. Nutritionally broad, Fireweed Leaves (Raw) delivers meaningful amounts of 14 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.

Calories103KCAL

Protein4.7G

Fat2.8G

Carbs19.2G

Fiber10.6G

Calorie Distribution

121kcal

Protein16%4.7 g
Fat21%2.8 g
Carbs64%19.2 g

Serving Size

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water	70.8	G
Energy	103	KCAL
Protein	4.7	G
Total lipid (fat)	2.8	G
Carbohydrate, by difference	19.2	G
Fiber, total dietary	10.6	G
Cholesterol	0	MG

Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid	2.2	MG
Thiamin	0.03	MG
Riboflavin	0.14	MG
Niacin	4.7	MG
Vitamin B-6	0.63	MG
Folate, total	112	UG
Vitamin B-12	0	UG
Vitamin A, RAE	180	UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3)	0	UG

Calcium, Ca	429	MG
Iron, Fe	2.4	MG
Magnesium, Mg	156	MG
Phosphorus, P	108	MG
Potassium, K	494	MG
Sodium, Na	34.0	MG
Zinc, Zn	2.7	MG
Copper, Cu	0.32	MG
Manganese, Mn	6.7	MG
Selenium, Se	0.90	UG

Energy	431	kJ
Ash	2.5	G
Pantothenic acid	1.4	MG
Folic acid	0	UG
Folate, food	112	UG
Folate, DFE	112	UG
Retinol	0	UG
Vitamin A, IU	3598	IU
Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units	0	IU
Fatty acids, total trans	0	G
Alcohol, ethyl	0	G

Common Serving Sizes

Serving	Cal	Protein	Fat	Carbs
plant (22g)	23	1g	0.6g	4.2g
cup, chopped (23g)	24	1.1g	0.6g	4.4g

Scaled from Fireweed Leaves (Raw)'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.

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Nutrient Highlights

Fireweed Leaves (Raw) is a excellent source of Fiber (38% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber
Fireweed Leaves (Raw) is a excellent source of Magnesium (37% DV) — see top foods ranked by Magnesium
Fireweed Leaves (Raw) is a excellent source of Calcium (33% DV) — see top foods ranked by Calcium
Fireweed Leaves (Raw) is a excellent source of Zinc (24% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
Fireweed Leaves (Raw) is a good source of Iron (13% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron

Dietary Considerations

With 494mg of potassium per 100g, individuals on a renal diet should moderate their intake of Fireweed Leaves (Raw). See the Kidney Disease & Low-Potassium Diet guide for more.
Fireweed Leaves (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 34mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
The high fiber (10.6g) and low fat profile makes Fireweed Leaves (Raw) a solid choice for blood sugar management. See the Diabetes & Low-Glycemic Guide.
Fireweed Leaves (Raw) is a meaningful source of folate at 112mcg per 100g, important during pregnancy. See the Pregnancy Nutrition Guide.

Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods

Fiber: top 3% (#248 of 8,262)
Calcium: top 3% (#248 of 8,262)
Magnesium: top 4% (#330 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories103

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 2.8G4%

Cholesterol 0MG0%

Sodium 34.0MG1%

Total Carbohydrate 19.2G7%

Dietary Fiber 10.6G38%

Total Sugars 0

Protein 4.7G9%

Vitamin D 0UG0%

Calcium 429MG33%

Iron 2.4MG13%

Potassium 494MG11%

* 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: 169399.

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