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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Agave, dried (Southwest)'s food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Good nutrient density 29/100
How many beneficial nutrients Agave, dried (Southwest) delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Agave, dried (Southwest) come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
96% from carbs
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Carbs 96%82.0 g per serving
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Fat 2%0.7 g per serving
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Protein 2%1.7 g per serving
What Agave, dried (Southwest) is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | |
| Starch | 0.9 g | — |
| Total Sugars | 50.7 g | — |
| Sucrose | 4.4 g | — |
| Glucose | 3.5 g | — |
| Fructose | 42.8 g | — |
| Lactose | 0.0 g | — |
| Maltose | 0.0 g | — |
| Galactose | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.7 g |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1.7 g |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.3 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.8 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 0.5 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.6 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.9 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 7.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.2 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 770.0 mg | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | |
| Magnesium | 207.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 37.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 767.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 14.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 12.1 mg | |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg | |
| Selenium | 0.6 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 4.0 g | — |
About Agave, dried (Southwest)
Agave is a genus of striking rosette-forming succulents native to the hot, arid regions of the Americas, especially Mexico, long central to the food and culture of the region. Its most famous culinary gifts come from the plant's sweet sap and dense core: the sap is processed into agave nectar, or agave syrup, a mild, honey-like liquid sweetener popular as an alternative to sugar and honey, while the roasted heart of the blue agave is fermented and distilled into tequila and mezcal.
The plant's sweetness comes largely from fructans, which give agave nectar a low glycemic impact, though it is still a concentrated sugar to use in moderation. In traditional Mexican cooking the roasted heart, or pina, is eaten, and the flowers and sap have long been foods. Agaves are also grown as dramatic ornamentals and a source of fiber. Agave nectar dissolves easily, making it handy in drinks and dressings.
Choose pure agave nectar without added sugars, and store it in a cool, dry pantry, where the syrup keeps well for a long time.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Agave, dried (Southwest)?
There are 341 calories in 100 g of Agave, dried (Southwest), or about 341 calories in 1 unit (100 g).
How much protein is in Agave, dried (Southwest)?
Agave, dried (Southwest) contains 1.7 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Agave, dried (Southwest)?
Agave, dried (Southwest) has 82.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Agave, dried (Southwest)?
Agave, dried (Southwest) provides 0.7 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Agave, dried (Southwest) a good source of?
Agave, dried (Southwest) is an excellent source of Zinc (110% DV), Calcium (59% DV), Dietary Fiber (56% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (50% DV), Magnesium (49% DV) and Copper (21% DV) and a good source of Potassium, Manganese and Vitamin B6 (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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