Puerro Calories
Full nutritional value per 100g
📊 Macronutrient Distribution
📖 About Puerro
Puerro belongs to the Verduras group and provides 61 kcal per 100g. It is a food with low caloric content, low caloric density and moderate satiety effect.
Regarding its macronutrient profile, puerro stands out for being low in protein (1.5g), with 14g of carbohydrates and 0.3g of fat per 100g. It also provides 1.8g of dietary fiber (7% of the recommended daily value), contributing to digestive health and increasing satiety.
Vegetables provide fiber, vitamins and essential phytonutrients with very few calories.
⚡ Caloric Equivalents
To put puerro's 61 kcal in perspective:
📏 Calories by Portion
| Portion | Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half portion | 50g | 31 kcal | 0.8g |
| Standard portion | 100g | 61 kcal | 1.5g |
| Large portion | 200g | 122 kcal | 3g |
🎯 Diet Compatibility
📋 Full Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 61 kcal | 3% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7% |
* Daily values based on a 2,000 kcal diet. Serving: 100g.
💡 Practical Tips
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does puerro have?
Puerro has 61 kcal per 100g. It contains 1.5g of protein, 14g of carbohydrates, 0.3g of fat and 1.8g of fiber. This represents 3% of the recommended daily caloric value.
Does Puerro make you gain weight?
With 61 kcal per 100g, puerro has a low caloric content. No food causes weight gain on its own; it depends on the total calories in your daily diet and your physical activity level. Being low in calories, it is unlikely to contribute to weight gain.
Is Puerro good for a diet?
Puerro is low in protein and contains some fiber, with low caloric density. It is excellent for weight loss diets because you can eat good amounts without adding many calories.
How much puerro can I eat per day?
It depends on your daily caloric goal. On a 2,000 kcal diet, 100g of puerro represents 3% of your daily intake. Being very low in calories, you can consume it quite freely.
Is Puerro healthy?
Puerro is a nutritious food in the Verduras group. Vegetables provide fiber, vitamins and essential phytonutrients with very few calories. As part of a balanced and varied diet, it is a perfectly healthy food.
🤝 Best Combinations
Combine puerro with these foods to maximize nutrient absorption:
💡 Did you know...?
El consumo de 5 o más raciones de verduras al día se asocia con un 20% menos de riesgo cardiovascular según la OMS.
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