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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Romaine Lettuce"
| Food Name: Romaine Lettuce | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 17 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 3 | Sugars (g): 1 |
| Fiber (g): 2 | Net Carbs (g): 1 |
| Water (g): 95 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 12 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 160 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 113 | Omega-6 (mg): 47 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 8710 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 436 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 4 | Vitamin K (mcg): 103 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 136 | Food Folate (mcg): 136 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 136 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 33 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 14 | Phosphorus (mg): 30 |
| Potassium (mg): 247 | Sodium (mg): 8 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 10 | Threonine (mg): 43 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 45 | Leucine (mg): 76 |
| Lysine (mg): 64 | Methionine (mg): 15 |
| Cystine (mg): 6 | Phenylalanine (mg): 65 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 25 | Valine (mg): 55 |
| Arginine (mg): 54 | Histidine (mg): 21 |
| Alanine (mg): 56 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 139 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 178 | Glycine (mg): 49 |
| Proline (mg): 45 | Serine (mg): 50 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 10 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 5226 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 2312 | PRAL Score: -4 |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Fructose (g): 1 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Romaine Lettuce
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Romaine Lettuce'?
100 grams of 'Romaine 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 'Romaine Lettuce'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Romaine Lettuce' provides around 17 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 'Romaine Lettuce' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Romaine 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 'Romaine Lettuce' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Romaine Lettuce' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 33 mg (3% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 247 mg (5% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 14 mg (3% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 30 mg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 8 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Romaine Lettuce in significant amounts?
'Romaine Lettuce' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 436 mcg (48% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 8710 IU (290% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 103 mcg (86% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 136 mcg (34% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 136 mcg (34% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 136 mcg (34% DV).
'Romaine Lettuce' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 4 mg (4% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Romaine Lettuce' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Romaine Lettuce' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.