|
WATERCRESS, SPINACH AND ROCKET SALAD
Nutrition Information
Watercress, Spinach and Rocket salad
leaves together are a naturally rich combination of vitamin A
(from beta carotene), folic acid and antioxidants, such as vitamin
C. It is also a source of calcium and iron.
- Vitamin A supports healthy skin and vision.
- Folic acid is needed for the development
of a healthy baby especially during early pregnancy and for healthy
blood.
- Antioxidants can help to defend cells
from the damage caused by free radicals.
- Calcium is important for bones and teeth.
- Vitamin C also helps the absorption of
iron from food.
| TYPICAL VALUES |
per 100g |
per 80g |
| ENERGY |
69kJ
16kcal |
55kJ
13kcal |
| PROTEIN |
3.0g |
2.4g |
CARBOHYDRATE
of which sugars
|
1.2g
0.2g |
1.0g
0.2g |
FAT
of which saturates |
0.5g
0.1g |
0.4g
0.1g |
| DIETARY FIBRE |
1.9g |
1.5g |
SODIUM
Equivalent as salt |
Trace
Trace |
Trace
Trace |
The Department of Health recommends we consume five 80g portions
of different fruit and vegetables every day.
| NUTRIENT |
Per 100g |
| Vitamin A |
438µg (55% RDA) |
| Vitamin C |
39mg (65% RDA) |
| Folic Acid |
124µg (62% RDA) |
| Calcium |
186mg (23% RDA) |
| Iron |
2.2mg (16% RDA) |
RDA means recommended daily allowance.
|
