Kelp (Kombu) Calories and Nutrition Facts

Calories and nutrients based on laboratory measurements

Summary

Calories
43
kcal / 100 g
Protein
1.7
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
9.6
g / 100 g
Fat
0.56
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
  • Protein 13%
  • Carbohydrates 77%
  • Fat 10%

100 grams of Kelp (Kombu) contain 43 kcal, 1.7 g protein, 9.6 g carbohydrates and 0.56 g fat. 1 tbsp (5 g) has about 2 kcal.

Low fatLow saturated fatLow sugarSource of protein

Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).

Kelp (Kombu) Nutrition Facts

VitaminsPer 100 gNRV
Vitamin A6 µg1%
Vitamin C3 mg4%
Vitamin D0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.87 mg7%
Vitamin K66 µg88%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)0.05 mg5%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)0.15 mg11%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)0.47 mg3%
Vitamin B60.002 mg0%
Vitamin B120 µg0%
Folate180 µg90%
MineralsPer 100 gNRV
Calcium168 mg21%
Iron2.9 mg20%
Magnesium121 mg32%
Phosphorus42 mg6%
Potassium89 mg4%
Sodium233 mg10%
Zinc1.2 mg12%
Copper0.13 mg13%
Manganese0.2 mg10%
Selenium0.7 µg1%
Fat breakdownPer 100 g
Saturated fat0.25 g
Monounsaturated fat0.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat0.047 g
Trans fat0 g
Cholesterol0 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: Seaweed, kelp, 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 Kelp (Kombu)?
100 grams of Kelp (Kombu) contain 43 kcal. 1 tbsp (5 g) has about 2 kcal.
How much protein is in Kelp (Kombu)?
100 grams contain 1.7 g of protein; 13% of its energy comes from protein.
Is Kelp (Kombu) gluten-free?
Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
Is Kelp (Kombu) vegan?
Yes, it contains no animal products.

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