Vegetables / Leafy Greens
Sesbania lvs, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 51kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 6 g/ 71g (8%) | ||
Total Fat | 0.8 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 4.9 g/ 348g (1%) | ||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.41 mg/ 1mg (34%) high |
Vit B2 | 0.2 mg/ 1mg (15%) |
Vit B3 | 5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (31%) high |
Vit C | 91 mg/ 70mg (130%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 150 mg/ 750mg (20%) source |
Phosphorus | 69 mg/ 700mg (9%) |
Iron | 2.4 mg/ 12mg (20%) source |
Sodium | 40 mg/ 1500mg (2%) very low |
What is this food?
Boiled sesbania leaves (a leafy vegetable, sometimes called “sesbania” or “agathi” leaves).
Why it matters to health
Sesbania leaves are a low-calorie vegetable (about 51 kcal per 100 g) and provide small amounts of carbohydrates, with very low fat and no cholesterol. They also come with some sodium (about 40 mg per 100 g), so it’s best to keep the cooking and seasoning light. As part of your daily meals, leafy veggies like this help you add volume and fiber to your plate, making it easier to balance rice, viand, and snacks.
Healthier tips
- Use it as your ulam for lunch or dinner—pair with a lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and a sensible portion of rice.
- Boil or lightly sauté with minimal salt; if you use bagoong, patis, or soy sauce, use a smaller amount.
- For a balanced day (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), aim to include at least 1–2 servings of vegetables per meal when possible.
- If you’re watching carbs, this is a good choice because it’s not starchy compared with root crops.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang gulay (with leafy greens), Dinengdeng, Pinakbet, Laing, Sautéed kangkong with garlic
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