Summary
Calories
19
kcal / 100 g
Protein
0.82
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
4.5
g / 100 g
Fat
0.13
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
- Protein 15%
- Carbohydrates 80%
- Fat 5%
100 grams of Chayote contain 19 kcal, 0.82 g protein, 4.5 g carbohydrates and 0.13 g fat. 1 cup (132 g) has about 25 kcal.
Low calorieLow fatLow saturated fatLow sugarLow sodiumSource of protein
Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).
Chayote Nutrition Facts
| Vitamins | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 7.7 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 4.1 µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamin) | 0.025 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0.029 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 0.47 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.076 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Folate | 93 µg | 47% |
| Minerals | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 17 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.34 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 18 mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 125 mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.74 mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.12 mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.19 mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 0.2 µg | 0% |
| Fat breakdown | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 0.028 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.01 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.057 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
NRV: share of the EU adult nutrient reference value provided by 100 g.
Allergens and Diets
Contains none of the 14 major EU allergens.
- Vegan
- Yes
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Gluten-free
- Yes
- Dairy-free
- Yes
Based on the food itself; processed products may contain traces.
Data Source
Values are laboratory measurements from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) FoodData Central database.
USDA record: Chayote, fruit, raw. View on USDA
Values are averages and vary by recipe, product and portion. Not medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Chayote?
- 100 grams of Chayote contain 19 kcal. 1 cup (132 g) has about 25 kcal.
- How much protein is in Chayote?
- 100 grams contain 0.82 g of protein; 15% of its energy comes from protein.
- Is Chayote gluten-free?
- Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
- Is Chayote vegan?
- Yes, it contains no animal products.