Summary
Calories
118
kcal / 100 g
Protein
1.5
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
27.9
g / 100 g
Fat
0.17
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
- Protein 5%
- Carbohydrates 94%
- Fat 1%
100 grams of Yam (Raw) contain 118 kcal, 1.5 g protein, 27.9 g carbohydrates and 0.17 g fat. 1 cup (150 g) has about 177 kcal.
Low fatLow saturated fatLow sugarLow sodiumSource of fiber
Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).
Yam (Raw) Nutrition Facts
| Vitamins | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 7 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 17.1 mg | 21% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamin) | 0.11 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0.032 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 0.55 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29 mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Folate | 23 µg | 12% |
| Minerals | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 17 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.54 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 21 mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 55 mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 816 mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.24 mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.18 mg | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 0.7 µg | 1% |
| Fat breakdown | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 0.037 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.006 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.076 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: Yam, 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 Yam (Raw)?
- 100 grams of Yam (Raw) contain 118 kcal. 1 cup (150 g) has about 177 kcal.
- How much protein is in Yam (Raw)?
- 100 grams contain 1.5 g of protein; 5% of its energy comes from protein.
- Is Yam (Raw) gluten-free?
- Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
- Is Yam (Raw) vegan?
- Yes, it contains no animal products.