Summary
Calories
112
kcal / 100 g
Protein
1.5
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
26.5
g / 100 g
Fat
0.2
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
- Protein 5%
- Carbohydrates 93%
- Fat 2%
100 grams of Taro Root contain 112 kcal, 1.5 g protein, 26.5 g carbohydrates and 0.2 g fat. 1 cup (104 g) has about 116 kcal.
Low fatLow saturated fatLow sugarLow sodiumSource of fiber
Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).
Taro Root Nutrition Facts
| Vitamins | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 4 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 2.4 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 1 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamin) | 0.095 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0.025 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 0.6 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.28 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Folate | 22 µg | 11% |
| Minerals | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 43 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.55 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 33 mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 84 mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 591 mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.23 mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.17 mg | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.38 mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 0.7 µg | 1% |
| Fat breakdown | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 0.041 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083 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: Taro, 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 Taro Root?
- 100 grams of Taro Root contain 112 kcal. 1 cup (104 g) has about 116 kcal.
- How much protein is in Taro Root?
- 100 grams contain 1.5 g of protein; 5% of its energy comes from protein.
- Is Taro Root gluten-free?
- Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
- Is Taro Root vegan?
- Yes, it contains no animal products.