Calories in
lambsquarters, raw
43 kcal per 100 g Lambsquarters, raw contains 43 calories per 100 grams. Per 100 g it provides 4.2 g protein, 7.3 g carbohydrate and 0.8 g fat.
By calories that splits 55% carbohydrate, 32% protein, 14% fat.
Full nutrition, per 100 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 43 kcal |
| Protein | 4.2 g |
| Total fat | 0.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7.3 g |
| Fibre | 4.0 g |
| Sodium | 43.0 mg |
| Potassium | 452.0 mg |
| Calcium | 309.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin C | 80.0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 580.0 µg |
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg |
| Water | 84.3 g |
USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy (FDC ID 169244). A dash means the nutrient was not measured for this item, which is not the same as zero.
How lambsquarters, raw compares
Among the 209 vegetables and vegetable products items on this site, lambsquarters, raw ranks 79 of 209 by calorie density, against a category average of 62 kcal per 100 g — so it is about 31% less calorie-dense than typical for its group.
It carries 9.8 g of protein per 100 calories, a moderate protein contribution.
Questions
How many calories are in lambsquarters, raw?
Lambsquarters, raw contains 43 calories per 100 g. It also provides 4.2 g of protein, 7.3 g of carbohydrate and 0.8 g of fat per 100 g.
What is the macro breakdown of lambsquarters, raw?
By calories, lambsquarters, raw is roughly 55% carbohydrate, 32% protein and 14% fat. That makes it a predominantly carbohydrate-based food.
Is this figure exact for the lambsquarters, raw I bought?
No. These are USDA reference values, averaged across samples. Real foods vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions, cut, brand and how they were cooked — 10–20% either way is normal. Use them for planning, not precision.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy — public domain. Full USDA description: "Lambsquarters, raw". General information only — not medical or nutrition advice. Values are averages for a food type and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation.