Radicchio
A crimson Italian chicory, bitter raw and sweet when grilled.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of radicchio, raw for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g raw — 23 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 23 kcal | 23 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.4 g | 6.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 4.5 g | 19.6 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g | 0.9 g |
| Fibre | 0.9 g | 0.9 g | 3.9 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of radicchio, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin C | 6.2 mg | 6.2 mg | 7% |
| Folate | 117 µg | 117 µg | 29% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 30.9 mg | 30.9 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 0.4 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 13 mg | 13 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 35.5 mg | 35.5 mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 335 mg | 335 mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 8.1 mg | 8.1 mg | <1% |
| Zinc | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.059 mg | 0.059 mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg | 0.3 mg | 13% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Radicchio, raw
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat radicchio?
- Very high vitamin K and anthocyanins.
- Grilling turns the bitterness sweet.
How to include it
- Grill wedges with olive oil and balsamic.
- Shred raw into salads with something sweet.
Things to consider
- Assertively bitter for some palates.
- Colour fades when cooked.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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