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Vinespinach (basella) (Raw)

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Vinespinach, (basella), raw

Vegetables and Vegetable Products

A 100g serving covers 113% of the daily recommended Vitamin C, making Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (1.8g), fat (0.3g), and carbohydrates (3.4g) per 100g. At just 19 calories per 100g, Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) is one of the lowest-calorie options available. Sodium is modest at 24mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Nutritionally broad, Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) delivers meaningful amounts of 9 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value. Composed of 93% water by weight, Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) also contributes to daily hydration.

Calories19KCAL
Protein1.8G
Fat0.3G
Carbs3.4G
Fiber0g

Calorie Distribution

24kcal
  • Protein31%1.8 g
  • Fat11%0.3 g
  • Carbs58%3.4 g

Serving Size

g

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water93.1G
Energy19.0KCAL
Protein1.8G
Total lipid (fat)0.30G
Carbohydrate, by difference3.4G
Cholesterol0MG
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid102MG
Thiamin0.05MG
Riboflavin0.15MG
Niacin0.50MG
Vitamin B-60.24MG
Folate, total140UG
Vitamin B-120UG
Vitamin A, RAE400UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3)0UG
Calcium, Ca109MG
Iron, Fe1.2MG
Magnesium, Mg65.0MG
Phosphorus, P52.0MG
Potassium, K510MG
Sodium, Na24.0MG
Zinc, Zn0.43MG
Copper, Cu0.11MG
Manganese, Mn0.73MG
Selenium, Se0.80UG
Energy79.0kJ
Ash1.4G
Pantothenic acid0.05MG
Folic acid0UG
Folate, food140UG
Folate, DFE140UG
Retinol0UG
Vitamin A, IU8000IU
Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units0IU
Fatty acids, total trans0G
Tryptophan0.03G
Threonine0.06G
Isoleucine0.05G
Leucine0.10G
Lysine0.09G
Methionine0.02G
Cystine0.03G
Phenylalanine0.09G
Tyrosine0.05G
Valine0.07G
Arginine0.07G
Histidine0.04G
Alanine0.07G
Aspartic acid0.11G
Glutamic acid0.28G
Glycine0.07G
Proline0.07G
Serine0.06G

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Nutrient Highlights

  • Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) is a excellent source of Vitamin C (113% DV) — see top foods ranked by Vitamin C
  • Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) is a good source of Magnesium (15% DV) — see top foods ranked by Magnesium
  • Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) is a good source of Potassium (11% DV) — see top foods ranked by Potassium

Dietary Considerations

  • With 510mg of potassium per 100g, individuals on a renal diet should moderate their intake of Vinespinach (basella) (Raw). See the Kidney Disease & Low-Potassium Diet guide for more.

  • Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 24mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.

  • Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) is a meaningful source of folate at 140mcg per 100g, important during pregnancy. See the Pregnancy Nutrition Guide.

  • The antioxidant content of Vinespinach (basella) (Raw) supports anti-inflammatory dietary patterns. See the Anti-Inflammatory Diet Guide.

Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods

  • Vitamin C: top 1% (#83 of 8,262)
  • Potassium: top 8% (#661 of 8,262)
  • Magnesium: top 11% (#909 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories19
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.30G0%
Cholesterol 0MG0%
Sodium 24.0MG1%
Total Carbohydrate 3.4G1%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 0
Protein 1.8G4%
Vitamin D 0UG0%
Calcium 109MG8%
Iron 1.2MG7%
Potassium 510MG11%

* 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: 170474.

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