Overview
A moist starchy corm with potassium, soluble fiber, and moderate carbohydrate density
Food note
Taro should be cooked thoroughly because raw corms may irritate the mouth and throat from calcium oxalate crystals. Compared with sweet potato It is lower in energy per 100 g but higher in potassium density.
Pros
- Potassium rich
- Gentle starch
- Soluble fiber
Cons
- Needs cooking
- Oxalate irritation risk
- Potassium caution
Calories by servingShow details
| Serving | Calories | Protein (P) | Carbs (C) | Fat (F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 serve100 g | 53 kcal | 1.2 g | 11.2 g | 0.1 g |
Per 50 g50 g | 26.5 kcal | 0.6 g | 5.6 g | 0.05 g |
Per 100 g100 g | 53 kcal | 1.2 g | 11.2 g | 0.1 g |
Per 150 g150 g | 80 kcal | 1.8 g | 16.8 g | 0.15 g |
Per 200 g200 g | 106 kcal | 2.4 g | 22.4 g | 0.2 g |
Per 250 g250 g | 133 kcal | 3 g | 28 g | 0.25 g |