Vegetables / Leafy Greens
Roselle lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 56% |
| Calories | 63kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 2.8 g/ 71g (3%) | ||||
Total Fat | 0.6 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 11.6 g/ 348g (3%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vit B3 | 0.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 2 mg/ 70mg (2%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 242 mg/ 750mg (32%) high |
Phosphorus | 26 mg/ 700mg (3%) |
Iron | 1 mg/ 12mg (8%) |
Potassium | 163 mg/ 2000mg (8%) |
Sodium | 43 mg/ 1500mg (2%) low |
Zinc | 0.5 mg/ 7mg (7%) |
What is this food?
Roselle leaves (lvs) — leafy greens used like other vegetables in Filipino meals.
Why it matters to health
Roselle leaves are a low-calorie veggie (about 63 kcal per 100 g) and are rich in dietary fiber (5.3 g) which helps you feel full and supports healthy digestion. They also provide carbohydrates mainly from plant sources, with low sugar (1.3 g) and very little fat (0.6 g) and no cholesterol. Sodium is relatively low (43 mg), which is helpful when you’re building balanced meals. The fiber is the main “health win,” especially when paired with rice and viands—so you get better balance in your plate.
Healthier tips
- Serve as a side vegetable with your usual 3 meals (e.g., 1–2 cups cooked greens per meal, depending on your appetite).
- Pair with a lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and keep rice to a reasonable portion for better balance.
- Go easy on salty add-ons (fish sauce, bagoong, patis). If you sauté, use less oil and add flavor with garlic, onions, and herbs.
- For snacks, you can include a small serving of cooked greens if you’re making a light meal (e.g., with boiled egg or tofu), but keep it as part of your overall daily balance.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang na roselle leaves, Ginisang roselle leaves, Adobong roselle leaves, Paksiw with roselle leaves, Tortang may roselle leaves
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