Rhubarb
A tart stalk cooked like a fruit, high in vitamin K and very low in sugar.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of rhubarb, raw for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g raw — 21 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 21 kcal | 21 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 0.9 g | 4.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 4.5 g | 21.4 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g | 1 g |
| Fibre | 1.8 g | 1.8 g | 8.6 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of rhubarb, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin C | 6.9 mg | 6.9 mg | 8% |
| Thiamin | 0.025 mg | 0.025 mg | 2% |
| Riboflavin | 0.14 mg | 0.14 mg | 11% |
| Niacin | 0.23 mg | 0.23 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.045 mg | 0.045 mg | 3% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 32.9 mg | 32.9 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 12.7 mg | 12.7 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 24.9 mg | 24.9 mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 265 mg | 265 mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.18 mg | 0.18 mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.027 mg | 0.027 mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg | 4% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Rhubarb, stalk, 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 rhubarb?
- Very low in natural sugar before sweetening.
- Good source of vitamin K.
How to include it
- Roast with orange zest and a little honey.
- Stir cooked rhubarb through yogurt.
Things to consider
- The leaves are toxic and must never be eaten.
- High in oxalates, relevant for people prone to kidney stones.
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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