Fruits / Tropical Fruits
Tamarind flower
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Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 78% |
| Calories | 86kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 2.5 g/ 71g (3%) | ||||
Total Fat | 1.8 g/ 42g (4%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 15 g/ 348g (4%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B2 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (9%) |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 12 mg/ 70mg (17%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 64 mg/ 750mg (8%) |
Phosphorus | 47 mg/ 700mg (6%) |
Iron | 0.7 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 6 mg/ 1500mg (0.4%) very low |
What is this food?
Tamarind flower (a type of edible flower used in Filipino dishes). It’s a plant-based “vegetable” side that’s usually cooked or mixed into meals.
Why it matters to health
Tamarind flower is a good source of dietary fiber (about 5.5g per 100g). Fiber helps support regular digestion and can help you feel fuller, which is useful when you’re aiming for balanced meals (3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks). It also has carbohydrates (15g) but relatively low sugar (1.3g) and very low sodium (6mg), making it a lighter option for adding volume and nutrients to your plate. It has a small amount of fat (1.8g) and no cholesterol (0mg).
Healthier tips
- Pair it with a balanced plate: add rice or root crops in proper portions, plus lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and a little healthy fat (like nuts or a small amount of cooking oil).
- Since it has fiber, start with a small to moderate serving if you’re not used to eating lots of fiber-rich foods.
- Go easy on salty seasonings (sauce, bagoong, patis) so the dish stays light on sodium.
- For snacks: if you’re using tamarind flower in a snack dish, keep it as a small side rather than the main calorie source.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang (with tamarind flower or tamarind-based greens), Ginataang gulay (with edible flowers), Pinakbet-style mixed vegetables, Adobong gulay (with mixed greens/flowers), Vegetable soup/stew (with tamarind flower)
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