Vegetables

Kohlrabi, raw

FDC 168424cup (135 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 96 · +3 vs Vegetables median

Raw kohlrabi posts a 96 of 100 Nutrient Density Score, Elite band, ranking 21st of 60 vegetables in this dataset. At just 27 calories per 100 grams it delivers 69% of the daily value for vitamin C, with dietary fiber contributing a further 13% DV, a strong showing for a food this light.

Kohlrabi's crisp, mild bulb is usually peeled and eaten raw in slaws, sliced into sticks for dipping, or roasted alongside other root vegetables. A cup of it weighs about 135 grams, enough to cover most of a day's vitamin C need in one sitting. No limits were flagged for this food, making it an easy, low calorie addition to a vegetable rotation.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 1.7 g · 21%Carb 6.2 g · 76%Fat 0.1 g · 3%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories27 kcal1%
Total fat0.1 g0%
Saturated fat0.01 g0%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium20 mg1%
Carbohydrate6.2 g2%
Dietary fiber3.6 g13%
Sugars2.6 g
Protein1.7 g3%
Potassium350 mg7%
Calcium24 mg2%
Iron0.4 mg2%
Magnesium19 mg5%
Vitamin C62 mg69%
Vitamin A2 µg0%
Vitamin E0.48 mg3%

Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain

FDC 168424

Original 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.

Vitamin C69% DV
Dietary fiber13% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the vegetables median

Nutrient density96 vs 93 median
Protein / 100 g1.7 vs 1.7 median
Fiber / 100 g3.6 vs 2.5 median
Sodium / 100 g20 vs 22 median

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