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Black salsify, raw

Fresh vegetables 54 kcal / 100 g FSVO V7.1

100 g of Black salsify, raw provides 54 kcal (219 kJ). Its composition stands out for its content of dietary fibre (18.5 g) per 100 g. This food belongs to the “Fresh vegetables” category (“Vegetables” family) of the Swiss database.

Black salsify, raw

The essentials for 100 g

Protein1.4 g 3%
Fat0.3 g 0%
Carbohydrates2.1 g 1%
Dietary fibre18.5 g 62%

% of nutrient reference values (adults), for the displayed portion.

Detailed composition

for 100 g
NutrientValue% NRV*
Macronutrients
Energy54 kcal (219 kJ)C3%
Protein1.4 gE3%
Fat0.3 gA0%
of which saturated fat0 gE0%
of which polyunsaturated0.2 gEn/a
of which omega-30 gCn/a
Carbohydrates2.1 gE1%
of which sugars2.1 gA2%
Dietary fibre18.5 gA62%
Water77.5 gAn/a
Alcohol0 gEn/a
Minerals
Calcium33 mgA4%
Iron1.1 mgA8%
Magnesium24 mgA6%
Phosphorus82 mgA12%
Potassium240 mgA12%
Sodium3 mgA0%
Zinc0.4 mgA4%
Vitamins
Vitamin D0 µgE0%
Vitamin B120 µgE0%
Vitamin C5 mgA5%
Folate29 µgA15%

* Share of the nutrient reference values for adults (Swiss FIC ordinance, annex 10), for the displayed portion. For dietary fibre the annex sets no value: the 30 g a day is an indicative benchmark. “n/a”: value not available in the source, never estimated by us. A, E or C indicates each value’s origin.

As a share of daily needs

Covered by 100 g · reference population: average adult.

Protein3%
Fat0%
Carbohydrates1%
Dietary fibre62%
Folate15%
Potassium12%
Phosphorus12%
Iron8%
Magnesium6%

Quick comparison

Difference per 100 g from this food’s point of view: “+” = it contains more than the compared food.

ComparisonProteinFatEnergy
vs Brussels sprouts, raw− 2.6 g− 0.1 g+ 13 kcal
vs White cabbage, raw± 0 g− 0.3 g+ 18 kcal
vs Savoy cabbage, raw− 0.6 g+ 0.2 g+ 27 kcal

Frequently asked questions

How many calories in 100 g of Black salsify, raw?
100 g of Black salsify, raw provides 54 kcal, i.e. 219 kJ (FSVO data V7.1).
How much protein in 100 g of Black salsify, raw?
100 g provides 1.4 g of protein, i.e. 3% of the adult reference value (50 g).
What is the fat content of 100 g of Black salsify, raw?
100 g contains 0.3 g of fat, of which 0 g saturated fatty acids.
Where do these values come from?
From the Swiss food composition database V7.1 published by the FSVO (July 2026). Every value carries an origin indicator: A (measured), E (estimated) or C (calculated).
Which preparation state do the values refer to?
To the official label “Black salsify, raw” in the database: the state (raw, cooked, drained…) is specified where relevant. Preparation substantially changes the composition per 100 g, especially the water content.

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