Amaranth greens Nutrition facts
Amaranth greens
Amaranth greens are nutritious, edible leafy vegetables of Central American origin. Amaranth leaves and grains were one of the staple foods of Aztecs and Incas in pre-Columbian times. Presently, its growth is mainly concentrated in tropical climates of Latin Americas, Asia, and Africa.
Botanically, amaranth belongs to the family of Amaranthaceae, in the genus; Amaranthus. Scientific name: A. dubius.
| Nutrition Principle | Nutrition Value | Percentage of RDA |
|---|---|---|
| Principle | ||
| Energy | 23 Kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.02 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.46 g | 4% |
| Total Fat | 0.33 g | 1.50% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 6% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Folates | 85 pg | 21% |
| Niacin | 0.658 mg | 4% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.065 mg | 1% |
| Pyridoxine | 0.192 mg | 15% |
| Riboflavin | 0.158 mg | 12% |
| Thiamin | 0.027 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2917 IU | 97% |
| Vitamin C | 43.3 mg | 70.50% |
| Vitamin K | 1140 pg | 950% |
| Electrolytes | ||
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1.30% |
| Potassium | 611 mg | 13% |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 215 mg | 21.50% |
| Copper | 0.162 mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2.32 mg | 29% |
| Magnesium | 55 mg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.885 mg | 38% |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.90 mg | 8% |