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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Firm Tofu"
| Food Name: Firm Tofu | |
| Food Group: Beans and Lentils | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 144 | Total Fat (g): 9 |
| Protein (g): 17 | Carbohydrates (g): 3 |
| Fiber (g): 2 | Water (g): 70 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 1925 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 4921 | Omega-3 (mg): 582 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 4339 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 166 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 29 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 29 | Folate DFE (mcg): 29 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 683 | Iron (mg): 3 |
| Magnesium (mg): 58 | Phosphorus (mg): 190 |
| Potassium (mg): 237 | Sodium (mg): 14 |
| Zinc (mg): 2 | Manganese (mg): 1 |
| Selenium (mcg): 17 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 235 | Threonine (mg): 785 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 849 | Leucine (mg): 1392 |
| Lysine (mg): 883 | Methionine (mg): 211 |
| Cystine (mg): 57 | Phenylalanine (mg): 835 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 701 | Valine (mg): 870 |
| Arginine (mg): 1369 | Histidine (mg): 431 |
| Alanine (mg): 773 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 2036 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 3288 | Glycine (mg): 733 |
| Proline (mg): 1084 | Serine (mg): 1015 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Firm Tofu
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Firm Tofu'?
100 grams of 'Firm Tofu' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 17g (around 34% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 3g (around 1% of daily requirement),
Fat – 9g (around 12% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Protein while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-protein and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Firm Tofu'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Firm Tofu' provides around 144 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 7% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Firm Tofu' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Firm Tofu' is mainly a source of protein. It contains 17g protein, 3g carbs, and 9g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on protein.
Does 'Firm Tofu' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Firm Tofu' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 683 mg (53% DV),
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 17 mcg (31% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Iron (mg): 3 mg (17% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 190 mg (15% DV),
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV).
'Firm Tofu' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Potassium (mg): 237 mg (5% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 58 mg (14% DV),
Sodium (mg): 14 mg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Firm Tofu in significant amounts?
'Firm Tofu' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 166 IU (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 29 mcg (7% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 29 mcg (7% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 29 mcg (7% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Firm Tofu' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Firm Tofu' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.