Vegetables / Leafy Greens
Papaya, young lvs, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 67kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4.6 g/ 71g (6%) | ||
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 9.5 g/ 348g (2%) | ||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.38 mg/ 1mg (29%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 107 mg/ 70mg (152%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 238 mg/ 750mg (31%) high |
Phosphorus | 65 mg/ 700mg (9%) |
Iron | 1.3 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
Sodium | 2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%) free |
What is this food?
Boiled young papaya leaves (with papaya), a vegetable dish. It’s usually cooked by boiling until tender, then served as a side or mixed with other viands.
Why it matters to health
For a 100g serving, it’s relatively low in calories (67 kcal) and provides some carbohydrates for energy, with very little fat (about 1.2g) and almost no cholesterol. It also has a small amount of sodium (about 2mg), which is helpful for keeping meals lighter on salt. As a vegetable, it supports a balanced plate—especially when you’re aiming for 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day. Since it’s boiled, it’s also easier to eat as part of everyday meals without adding heavy sauces or extra oil.
Healthier tips
- Pair it with a protein (fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs) and a sensible portion of rice or other carbs for a complete meal.
- Keep the cooking simple: use minimal oil and avoid salty bagoong or heavy seasoning if you’re watching sodium.
- Use it as your “gulay” portion—aim for about 1–2 servings of vegetables per day, and include it in lunch or dinner.
- If you’re adding it to soup or ginisang dishes, add more water and vegetables instead of thick, salty sauces.
Common Filipino dishes
Papaya leaves with bagoong, Pinakbet (with papaya leaves), Ginataang papaya leaves, Dinengdeng with papaya leaves, Bistek with papaya leaves side
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