Vegetables
Cauliflower, raw: calories and nutrition
Cauliflower is low in calories and rich in fiber, potassium, and magnesium per 100 g.
Quick nutrition facts (Per 100 g)
- 22.9 kcal Calories (100 g)
- 1.6 g Protein (100 g)
- 0.2 g Total Fat (100 g)
- 4.7 g Total Carbohydrate (100 g)
- Protein 1.6 g 24%
- Carbohydrates 4.7 g 68%
- Total fat 0.2 g 8%
| Macronutrient | Amount per 100 g | Share of macro calories |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1.6 g | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.7 g | 68% |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 8% |
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What this means for your health
What is in it
Cauliflower, raw, has 1.64 g of protein, 0.24 g of fat, and 4.72 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. It also contains 1.95 g of dietary fiber, 20 mg of sodium, 20.35 mg of calcium, 0.33 mg of iron, 14.2 mg of magnesium, 274.4 mg of potassium, and 0.23 mg of zinc.
What it means for your health
Cauliflower provides dietary fiber, which supports digestion, and potassium, which helps your body function properly. Magnesium is also important for overall health. These nutrients may contribute to a balanced diet.
Good to know
Cauliflower is a good source of fiber, offering 7% of the daily value per 100 g. Potassium may support heart health, and magnesium is essential for maintaining healthy bodily functions. This is general education, not medical advice.
Research behind it
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Peer-reviewed source: https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2011.1729
- Sodium and Potassium Intake and Mortality Among US Adults
Adults with higher sodium intake or a higher sodium-to-potassium ratio had a greater risk of death from any cause or heart disease.
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Peer-reviewed source: https://doi.org/10.1080/19490976.2017.1406584
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Source
USDA FoodData Central (Public Domain) (ID: 2685573) · Retrieved 2026-10-26
Educational information only, not medical or dietary advice. Consult a qualified health professional for personal nutrition guidance.