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Lotus root (raw) — Nutrition Facts
USDA FoodData Central · Low protein density3.5 g protein per 100 kcal
Protein 13% · 2.6 g
Carbs 86% · 17.2 g
Fat 1% · 0.1 g
Diet compliance
| Diet | Why |
|---|
| ✗ Keto | 12.3 g net carbs / 100 g — keto-friendly means <6 g |
| ✗ Carnivore | not animal flesh |
| ✓ Vegan | no animal products |
| ✓ Vegetarian | no meat or fish (dairy/eggs OK) |
| ✓ Whole30 | no grains, dairy, legumes, or added sugar |
Nutrition label — per 100 g
Nutrition Facts
Lotus root (raw) · per 100 g
Calories74
Total Fat 0.1 g0% DV
Saturated Fat 0 g0% DV
Cholesterol 0 mg0% DV
Sodium 40 mg2% DV
Total Carbs 17.2 g6% DV
Fiber 4.9 g18% DV
Sugars – g
Protein 2.6 g5% DV
Vitamin D 0 µg · Calcium 45 mg · Iron 1.2 mg · Potassium 556 mg
Based on FDA Daily Values · USDA FoodData Central
Calories & protein per common portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories |
|---|
| 100 grams | 100 g | 74 |
| 10 slices (2-1/2" dia) | 81 g | 59.9 |
| 1 root (9-1/2" long) | 115 g | 85.1 |
Protein per calorie
Lotus root (raw) delivers 3.5 g of protein per 100 calories — see where it ranks →
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FAQ
How many calories are in Lotus root (raw)?
Lotus root (raw) has 74 calories per 100 grams, which is about 59.9 calories per 10 slices (2-1/2" dia).
How much protein is in Lotus root (raw)?
Lotus root (raw) has 2.6 g of protein per 100 grams — 3.5 g of protein per 100 calories.
Is Lotus root (raw) keto-friendly?
Lotus root (raw) has 12.3 g net carbs per 100 g, so it is not keto-friendly under the 6 g net-carbs-per-100 g rule of thumb.
Is Lotus root (raw) vegan?
Lotus root (raw) is vegan — it contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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