Salsify Root
Salsify root is a light and energizing vegetable with moderate calories and very low fat content. It provides a good amount of plant-based protein and is rich in dietary fiber, supporting digestive health. This root also offers important minerals like potassium and calcium essential for body functions. Vitamins from the B group and vitamin C contribute beneficially to metabolism and overall well-being.
Macronutrient distribution
A Serving (85 g) of Salsify Root contains 70 calories, 2.8 g of protein, 15.8 g of carbohydrates, and 0.17 g of fat.
- Protein
- 2.8 g15%
- Carbs
- 15.8 g83%
- Fat
- 0.2 g2%
of calories
Calorie Burn
How long would it take to burn off 70 calories?
- Walking3.5 mph, moderate pace12 min
- YogaModerate effort, gentle pace18 min
- SwimmingFreestyle, moderate effort9 min
- Biking12–14 mph, moderate effort7 min
- StairsStair climbing, moderate pace9 min
- Running5 mph (12 min/mile)6 min
Estimates for an average adult male (~75 kg / 165 lb), based on activity MET values. Download Leana to calculate calorie burn based on your personal profile.
Nutritional composition
Complete nutrition facts: macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals).
Values per Serving (85 g)
Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates15.8 / 313 g(5%)
- Dietary Fiber2.8 / 38 g(7%)
- Soluble Fiber0.85 g
- Insoluble Fiber2 g
- Total Sugars3.4 g
Fats
- Total Fat0.17 / 83 g(0%)
- Monounsaturated Fat0.09 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat0.09 g
Protein
- Protein2.8 / 56 g(5%)
Vitamins
- Vitamin C6.8 / 90 mg(8%)
- Vitamin E0.19 / 15 mg(1%)
- Vitamin B60.24 / 1.3 mg(18%)
- Thiamin (B1)0.07 / 1.2 mg(6%)
- Riboflavin (B2)0.19 / 1.3 mg(14%)
- Niacin (B3)0.43 / 16 mg(3%)
- Folate22.1 / 400 ug(6%)
- Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.32 / 5 mg(6%)
- Choline22 / 550 mg(4%)
Minerals
- Calcium51 / 1,000 mg(5%)
- Iron0.6 / 8 mg(7%)
- Magnesium19.6 / 420 mg(5%)
- Phosphorus63.8 / 700 mg(9%)
- Potassium323 / 3,400 mg(10%)
- Sodium17 / 2,300 mg(1%)
- Zinc0.32 / 11 mg(3%)
- Copper0.08 / 0.9 mg(8%)
- Manganese0.23 / 2.3 mg(10%)
- Selenium0.68 / 55 ug(1%)
Other
- Water65.5 / 3,700 g(2%)

