Radish - Nutritional Value

Nutritional Value

Radish, raw, root only
Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Energy 66 kJ (16 kcal)
Carbohydrates 3.40 g
- Sugars 1.86 g
- Dietary fiber 1.6 g
Fat 0.10 g
Protein 0.68 g
Thiamine (vit. B1) 0.012 mg (1%)
Riboflavin (vit. B2) 0.039 mg (3%)
Niacin (vit. B3) 0.254 mg (2%)
Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.165 mg (3%)
Vitamin B6 0.071 mg (5%)
Folate (vit. B9) 25 μg (6%)
Vitamin C 14.8 mg (18%)
Calcium 25 mg (3%)
Iron 0.34 mg (3%)
Magnesium 10 mg (3%)
Phosphorus 20 mg (3%)
Potassium 233 mg (5%)
Zinc 0.28 mg (3%)
Percentages are relative to
US recommendations for adults.

Radishes are rich in ascorbic acid, folic acid, and potassium. They are a good source of vitamin B6, riboflavin, magnesium, copper, and calcium. One cup of sliced red radish bulbs provides approximately 20 cal, largely from carbohydrates.

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