Nopales, raw
FDC 168571cup, sliced (86 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 99 · +6 vs Vegetables medianOn our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Nopales, raw ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods we cover, scoring 99 of 100. Within vegetables it ranks 7 of 60. Per 100 grams it is a good source of calcium (13% DV), a good source of magnesium (12% DV), a good source of vitamin c (10% DV). Most of its 16 calories per 100 grams come from carbohydrate.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | 1% |
| Total fat | 0.09 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Sugars | 1.2 g | |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
| Potassium | 257 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.59 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 52 mg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 9.3 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 23 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | 1% |
| Total fat | 0.08 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Sugars | 0.99 g | |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 221 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.51 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 45 mg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 20 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 168571Original 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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