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Jicama
Jicama
Jicama by USDA provides 38 kcal per 100 g, with 1.8 g of sugars and 0.8 g of protein. That is 23% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A. It is listed in the Fresh plant-based foods category and comes in a Varies pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 Cup (120 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 38 kcal | 46 kcal | 182 −79% | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 4.7 −98% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.2 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 8.8 g | 10.6 g | 4% | 22.3 −60% |
| Total sugars | 1.8 g | 2.2 g | 2.4 −23% | |
| Dietary fiber | 4.9 g | 5.9 g | 21% | 7 −29% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 0.9 g | 2% | 9.9 −92% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.5 −98% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 42 Fresh plant-based foods products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other fresh plant-based foods
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Jicama
Product details
- Quantity
- Varies
- Serving size
- 1 Cup (120 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 2000000126258
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Jicama?
Jicama contains 38 kcal per 100 g and about 46 kcal per serving (1 Cup (120 g)).
How much sugar is in Jicama?
Jicama has 1.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Jicama healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated January 16, 2023. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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