Fruits / Tropical Fruits
Spanish plum, young lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 81% |
| Calories | 66kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4.5 g/ 71g (6%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 9.3 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.29 mg/ 1mg (22%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 68 mg/ 70mg (97%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 171 mg/ 750mg (22%) source |
Phosphorus | 79 mg/ 700mg (11%) |
Iron | 2 mg/ 12mg (16%) |
Sodium | 4 mg/ 1500mg (0.27%) free |
What is this food?
Spanish plum with young leaves (a leafy fruiting plant). In a meal, it’s usually eaten as a vegetable/leafy greens or as part of a dish where the leaves are cooked.
Why it matters to health
With about 66 kcal per 100 g, it’s a light option for your daily meals. It provides carbohydrates for energy, and the small amount of fat (including some saturated fat) is usually not a problem when you keep portions balanced. It’s also low in sodium (about 4 mg per 100 g), which helps when you’re trying to keep your overall salt intake reasonable. The leaves/young greens are a good way to add more plant-based food to your plate alongside rice and ulam.
Healthier tips
- Use it as ulam or a side with rice: aim for about 1/2–1 cup cooked per meal (adjust based on your appetite and activity).
- Cook it with less oil and avoid heavy salty sauces; flavor with garlic, onion, vinegar, or calamansi.
- If you’re eating 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks, include leafy greens at least 2–3 times a day across meals and snacks (e.g., as part of viand or mixed into soups).
- Pair with a protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and a fiber-rich side (like vegetables) to make the meal more filling.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang na Spanish plum leaves, Ginataang dahon (with young leaves), Pinakbet with Spanish plum leaves, Adobong gulay (leafy greens), Chopsuey with mixed leafy greens
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