Vegetables / Root Vegetables
Water caltrop, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 44% |
| Calories | 226kcal / 2530kcal (8%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 9.4 g/ 71g (13%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.1 g/ 42g (0.24%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 46.8 g/ 348g (13%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.21 mg/ 1mg (17%) source |
Vit B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 54 mg/ 750mg (7%) |
Phosphorus | 155 mg/ 700mg (22%) source |
Iron | 2.3 mg/ 12mg (19%) source |
What is this food?
Boiled water caltrop (singkamas na tubig) — a starchy vegetable/tuber-like food often eaten as a side dish or added to meals.
Why it matters to health
Water caltrop is mostly carbohydrates, which can help provide energy for your daily activities. It also has very low fat and no cholesterol, which makes it lighter for the heart compared with many fatty foods. Since it’s relatively high in carbs for a 100g serving, it’s best to pair it with protein and fiber-rich foods (like fish, eggs, chicken, tofu, and vegetables) so your meals stay balanced and your energy is steady.
Healthier tips
- Serve a reasonable portion (for example, about 1/2 to 1 cup cooked) especially if you also eat rice or noodles in the same meal.
- Pair it with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and non-starchy vegetables to improve balance.
- If you’re having it as a snack, keep it small and add protein (e.g., boiled water caltrop with egg or tofu) to stay full longer.
- Boiling is a good choice—avoid adding lots of sugar or creamy sauces.
Common Filipino dishes
Pinakbet, Sinigang (with added vegetables), Ginisang gulay, Vegetable soup, Beefsteak with vegetable sides
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