Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 74 kcal309.6 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 17.2 g
- Protein
- 2.6 g
- Total fat
- 0.1 g
- Dietary fiber
- 4.9 g
- Sodium
- 40 mg
- Calcium
- 45 mg
Nutrition referenceVegetables
Lotus Root
Lotus root is the crisp, crunchy rhizome of the lotus plant, with a lacy pattern of holes, eaten cooked or raw. Per 100 g it provides 74 calories with 17.2 g carbs and 4.9 g fiber.
74
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 17.2g
- Protein
- 2.6g
- Fat
- 0.1g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Lotus root is the edible rhizome of the lotus plant, with a crisp, crunchy texture and a distinctive pattern of air holes when sliced. It is used in Chinese, Japanese, and Southeast Asian cooking, stir-fried, braised, or simmered in soups, and can also be eaten raw.
Nutritionally, lotus root is a starchy vegetable that is higher in carbohydrate than leafy greens. Per 100 g it provides about 74 kcal, 17.2 g of carbohydrates, 2.6 g of protein, and 0.1 g of fat, with 4.9 g of dietary fiber, 40 mg of sodium, and 45 mg of calcium.
Lotus root stays crisp when briefly cooked and softens with longer simmering. For accurate tracking, weigh the peeled slices and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical 1 cup of sliced lotus root (about 120 g) provides roughly 89 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Lotus Root nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in lotus root?
Lotus root provides about 74 calories per 100 g. A typical 1 cup of sliced lotus root (about 120 g) provides roughly 89 calories.
Is lotus root high in fiber?
Lotus root provides about 4.9 g of dietary fiber per 100 g, which is notable for a vegetable.
Can you eat lotus root raw?
Yes. Lotus root is crisp and can be eaten raw, though it is more often stir-fried, braised, or simmered in soups.
