Vegetables / Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds
Hyacinth bean pod
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 97% |
| Calories | 45kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 2.5 g/ 71g (3%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 7.8 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.1 mg/ 1mg (7%) |
Vit B3 | 1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 1 mg/ 70mg (1%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 39 mg/ 750mg (5%) |
Phosphorus | 49 mg/ 700mg (7%) |
Iron | 0.8 mg/ 12mg (6%) |
Potassium | 644 mg/ 2000mg (32%) high |
Sodium | 6 mg/ 1500mg (0.4%) very low |
Zinc | 0.1 mg/ 7mg (1%) |
What is this food?
Hyacinth bean pod (a type of young bean pod/vegetable). It’s a plant-based veggie you can add to viands or stir-fries.
Why it matters to health
Hyacinth bean pods are a good source of dietary fiber (about 4.2 g per 100 g), which helps you feel full and supports healthy digestion. They also provide carbohydrates with some natural sugars, but the fiber helps balance how they affect your appetite. With very low fat and sodium (about 6 mg), they’re a lighter option to pair with rice or ulam. The small amount of saturated fat is minimal, so the bigger win here is the fiber and overall “vegetable volume” in your meal.
Healthier tips
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), use hyacinth bean pods as your extra vegetable in meals:
- Serve about 1–2 cups cooked (or roughly 100–200 g) with your rice and ulam.
- Cook with less oil; try sautéing with garlic, onions, and a splash of broth.
- If you’re adding to a soupy dish (like sinigang), keep the salt/seasoning light—let the vegetables add volume.
- Pair with a protein ulam (fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs) to make the meal more filling.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang, Ginataang gulay, Pinakbet, Stir-fried mixed vegetables (guisado), Pancit with vegetables
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