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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Green Leaf Lettuce"
| Food Name: Green Leaf Lettuce | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 15 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 3 | Sugars (g): 1 |
| Fiber (g): 1 | Net Carbs (g): 2 |
| Water (g): 95 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 6 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 82 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 58 | Omega-6 (mg): 24 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 7405 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 370 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 9 | Vitamin K (mcg): 126 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 38 | Food Folate (mcg): 38 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 38 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 36 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 13 | Phosphorus (mg): 29 |
| Potassium (mg): 194 | Sodium (mg): 28 |
| Selenium (mcg): 1 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 9 | Threonine (mg): 59 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 84 | Leucine (mg): 79 |
| Lysine (mg): 84 | Methionine (mg): 16 |
| Cystine (mg): 16 | Phenylalanine (mg): 55 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 32 | Valine (mg): 70 |
| Arginine (mg): 71 | Histidine (mg): 22 |
| Alanine (mg): 56 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 142 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 182 | Glycine (mg): 57 |
| Proline (mg): 48 | Serine (mg): 39 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 14 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 4443 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 1730 | PRAL Score: -3 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Green Leaf Lettuce
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Green Leaf Lettuce'?
100 grams of 'Green Leaf Lettuce' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 3g (around 1% of daily requirement),
Fat – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Green Leaf Lettuce'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Green Leaf Lettuce' provides around 15 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 1% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Green Leaf Lettuce' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Green Leaf Lettuce' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 3g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Green Leaf Lettuce' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Green Leaf Lettuce' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 36 mg (3% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 194 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 13 mg (3% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 29 mg (2% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 1 mcg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 28 mg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Green Leaf Lettuce in significant amounts?
'Green Leaf Lettuce' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 370 mcg (41% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 7405 IU (247% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 126 mcg (105% DV).
'Green Leaf Lettuce' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 9 mg (10% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 38 mcg (10% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 38 mcg (10% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 38 mcg (10% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Green Leaf Lettuce' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Green Leaf Lettuce' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.