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Somen Noodles

Somen Noodles is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

Whole GrainsPlant-Based

Somen Noodles, a nutrient-dense whole grains food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of somen noodles for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 131 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for Somen Noodles
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	131 kcal	131 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	4 g	4 g	3.1 g
Carbohydrate	27.5 g	27.5 g	21 g
Fat	0.2 g	0.2 g	0.2 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of somen noodles, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Somen Noodles
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Thiamin	0.02 mg	0.02 mg	2%
Riboflavin	0.033 mg	0.033 mg	3%
Niacin	0.097 mg	0.097 mg	<1%
Vitamin B6	0.013 mg	0.013 mg	<1%
Folate	2 µg	2 µg	<1%
Vitamin B12	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Pantothenic acid	0.17 mg	0.17 mg	3%
Minerals
Calcium	8 mg	8 mg	<1%
Iron	0.52 mg	0.52 mg	3%
Magnesium	2 mg	2 mg	<1%
Phosphorus	27 mg	27 mg	2%
Potassium	29 mg	29 mg	<1%
Sodium	161 mg	161 mg	7%
Zinc	0.22 mg	0.22 mg	2%
Copper	0.025 mg	0.025 mg	3%
Manganese	0.25 mg	0.25 mg	11%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Noodles, japanese, somen, cooked

% 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 somen noodles?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Somen Noodles is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Beans, Eggs, Vegetables.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

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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