Overview
A crisp raw yacon root with high water content, fructan-type carbohydrate, potassium, folate, and low digestible carbohydrate
- Standard portion: 100 g
- Approx. 52 kcal per serving
Food noteShow details
- Yacon is not nutritionally equivalent to sweet potato despite being a tuber
- Its available carbohydrate is much lower and much of its sweetness comes from fructan-type compounds.
IngredientsShow details
- Yacon
Serving guidanceShow details
Best with
- Salad
- Lemon
- Yogurt
Use caution with
- FODMAP sensitivity
- Severe bloating
Pros & consShow details
Pros
- Low digestible carb
- Prebiotic potential
- Refreshing texture
Cons
- Bloating
- Gas
- Low protein
Calorie comparisonShow details
| Serving | Calories | Protein (P) | Carbs (C) | Fat (F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 serve100 g | 52 kcal | 0.6 g | 0.5 g | 0.3 g |
Per 50 g50 g | 26 kcal | 0.3 g | 0.25 g | 0.15 g |
Per 100 g100 g | 52 kcal | 0.6 g | 0.5 g | 0.3 g |
Per 150 g150 g | 78 kcal | 0.9 g | 0.75 g | 0.45 g |
Per 200 g200 g | 104 kcal | 1.2 g | 1 g | 0.6 g |
Per 250 g250 g | 130 kcal | 1.5 g | 1.25 g | 0.75 g |