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Kale
Kale by Essential Waitrose provides 86 kcal per 100 g, with 0.4 g of sugars and 6.4 g of protein. That is 79% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is B and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Common beans category and comes in a 400g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/2 can (117,5g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | 101 kcal | 193 −55% | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 0.6 g | 1% | 1.9 −73% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 1% | 0.3 −74% |
| Carbohydrates | 11.3 g | 13.3 g | 5% | 26.7 −58% |
| Total sugars | 0.4 g | 0.5 g | 2.1 −79% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.4 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 5.5 g | 6.4 g | 23% | 11.7 −53% |
| Protein | 6.4 g | 7.5 g | 15% | 13.1 −51% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.4 −92% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 201 Common beans products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other common beans
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cannellini beans, water, firming agent (calcium chloride), antioxidant (sodium metabisulphite)
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 400g
- Serving size
- 1/2 can (117,5g)
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- Belgium, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169043691
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Kale?
Kale contains 86 kcal per 100 g and about 101 kcal per serving (1/2 can (117,5g)).
How much sugar is in Kale?
Kale has 0.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Kale healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of B (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Kale vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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