Vegetables • Deep Nutrition Analytics
Borage, raw
Delivering 21 kcal per 100 grams, Borage, raw functions as a vegetables with balanced macronutrients (21 kcal) driving its core energy contribution. On the micronutrient spectrum, it provides a strong 39% DV of Vitamin C (35 mg) per 100g. Its light energy profile (0.2 kcal/g) makes it an efficient nutritional asset, maximizing vitamin and mineral return on caloric intake.
- Protein
- 1.8 g
- Carbohydrates
- 3.1 g
- Fat
- 0.7 g
Produce Profile: Hydration & Micronutrients
Borage, raw provides natural botanical nutrition with 21 calories per 100g. Providing dietary fiber, it serves as a whole-food source of vital micronutrients.
Nutritional Highlights & Outliers
Potassium Rich
Supplies 470 mg of dietary potassium (10% DV), promoting healthy blood pressure regulation and neuromuscular fluid balance.
Nutrient Density Payload
Contains 4 essential micronutrients meeting or exceeding 15% of your daily reference value per 100g.
Complete Nutrition Profile (per 100 g)
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 88 kJ |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 3.1 g |
| Energy | 21 kcal |
| Protein | 1.8 g |
Micronutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Vitamin A | 210 µg |
| Iron | 3.3 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A, RAE | 210 µg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 35 mg |
| Vitamin A, IU | 4200 IU |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 93 mg |
| Potassium, K | 470 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 3.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 52 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 53 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 80 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.3 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.9 µg |
Other nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Folate, DFE | 13 µg |
| Niacin | 0.9 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 mg |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.1 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.1 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.2 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Water | 93 g |
| Ash | 1.4 g |
| Thiamin | 0.1 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 mg |
| Folate, total | 13 µg |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.2 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.2 g |
| Folate, food | 13 µg |
Serving calculator
Common serving sizes
- cup (1" pieces)89 g
Compare Borage, raw with Category Peers
Cornsalad, raw vs Borage, raw
Compared to Cornsalad, raw, Borage, raw has 8% less Vitamin C and 0% higher calories per 100g.
Dock, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt vs Borage, raw
Compared to Dock, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt, Borage, raw has 33% more Vitamin C and 5% higher calories per 100g.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Borage, raw?
A standard 100-gram serving of Borage, raw contains 21 calories (88 kJ), alongside 1.8g of protein, 3.1g of carbohydrates, and 0.7g of fat.
In common serving sizes:- 89g (cup (1" pieces)): ~19 kcal
Is Borage, raw suitable for a keto or low-carb diet?
Yes, in moderation. Borage, raw contains 3.1g of net carbs per 100g (3.1g carbs minus -g fiber). It fits comfortably into standard low-carb meal plans and can be included in ketogenic diets when portion sizes are measured carefully.
What are the main vitamins and minerals found in Borage, raw?
According to MicroNutritious deep analytics of USDA laboratory data, the most significant micronutrients in a 100g serving of Borage, raw are:
- Vitamin C: 35 mg (39% of your daily value)
- Vitamin A: 210 µg (23% of your daily value)
- Iron: 3.3 mg (18% of your daily value)
Values are standardized against FDA Daily Values for a 2,000 calorie diet.
Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy (FDC ID 170481).