Cabbage, raw
FDC 169975cup, chopped (89 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 95 · +2 vs Vegetables medianRaw cabbage earns a Nutrient Density Score of 95 of 100, an Elite result that places it rank 24 of 60 in the vegetables category. At only 25 calories per 100 grams, it delivers 41% of the Daily Value for vitamin C, a solid return for a food this light on calories.
Shredded cabbage is a coleslaw and salad staple, and a cup chopped, about 89 grams, works well raw or lightly cooked into soups and stir-fries. It carries no listed limits worth flagging, making it an easy, low-sodium vegetable to build a meal around.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25 kcal | 1% |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Sugars | 3.2 g | |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.47 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 37 mg | 41% |
| Vitamin A | 5 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15 mg | 1% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 22 kcal | 1% |
| Total fat | 0.09 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 5.2 g | 2% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Sugars | 2.8 g | |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 151 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.42 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 33 mg | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 4.5 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.13 mg | 1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 169975Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the vegetables median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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