Vegetables / Root Vegetables
Carrot, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 42kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.1 g/ 71g (1%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 8.6 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vit B2 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vit B3 | 0.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 6 mg/ 70mg (8%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 60 mg/ 750mg (8%) |
Phosphorus | 33 mg/ 700mg (4%) |
Iron | 1.9 mg/ 12mg (15%) |
Sodium | 64 mg/ 1500mg (4%) low |
What is this food?
Boiled carrot (100g) is a starchy-lean vegetable that’s usually eaten as a side or mixed into meals. It’s low in fat and provides carbohydrates plus dietary fiber.
Why it matters to health
Carrots help support digestion because they have fiber (3.3g), which can help you feel fuller and maintain regular bowel habits. They also add natural sweetness with 3.8g sugar, and the low fat (0.4g) plus low sodium (64mg) makes them a good add-on to meals. Since it has some carbohydrates (8.6g), pairing it with protein and healthy fats (like fish, eggs, or tofu) helps balance your plate—especially if you’re having it at one of your 3 full meals or as part of a snack meal plan.
Healthier tips
- Use boiled carrots as a side or mix into ulam and rice meals (e.g., 1/2 to 1 cup depending on your appetite and the rest of your plate).
- Pair with protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and a small portion of rice or other carbs for better balance.
- For snacks, combine with yogurt or nuts/seeds (small portion) instead of eating only carrots repeatedly.
- Keep added salt and sauces minimal—carrots already taste naturally sweet.
Common Filipino dishes
Nilagang baka with carrots, Kare-kare (with added vegetables), Ginataang kalabasa at carrots, Pancit with carrots, Chicken tinola with carrots
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