Jicama · Pachyrhizus erosus
Yambean (jicama), raw
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Very good nutrient density 38/100
How many beneficial nutrients Yambean (jicama), raw 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 Yambean (jicama), raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
91% from carbs
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Carbs 91%8.8 g per serving
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Fat 2%0.1 g per serving
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Protein 7%0.7 g per serving
What Yambean (jicama), raw 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 | 8.8 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 14.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 29.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 18.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 2.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 5.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 29.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.7 g | |
| Histidine | 19.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 16.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 25.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 26.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 7.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 17.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 18.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 22.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 20.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 37.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 200.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 6.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 43.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 16.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 25.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 25.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 12.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 20.2 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.2 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 12.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.1 mg | |
| Choline | 13.6 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 12.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | |
| Magnesium | 12.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 18.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 150.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 4.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.2 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg | |
| Selenium | 0.7 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 | 0.3 g | — |
About Yambean (jicama), raw
Jicama — also called yam bean — is a round, brown-skinned root with crisp, white, juicy flesh that stays satisfyingly crunchy even after it is cut, a bit like a cross between a water chestnut and an apple. Mild and slightly sweet, it is a refreshing favorite in Mexican cooking, often eaten raw with lime and chilli.
It is light and hydrating at about 38 calories per 100 grams, mostly water with a standout amount of fiber — including inulin, a prebiotic fiber that feeds beneficial gut bacteria — plus a good dose of vitamin C. That combination makes it filling and refreshing for very few calories.
Only the peeled root is eaten: the rest of the plant, including the leaves and seeds, is toxic. The crisp flesh is sliced into salads and slaws, served as crudites, or stir-fried, where it holds its crunch better than almost any other vegetable.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Yambean (jicama), raw?
There are 38 calories in 100 g of Yambean (jicama), raw, or about 250 calories in 1 medium (659 g).
How much protein is in Yambean (jicama), raw?
Yambean (jicama), raw contains 0.7 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Yambean (jicama), raw?
Yambean (jicama), raw has 8.8 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Yambean (jicama), raw?
Yambean (jicama), raw provides 0.1 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Yambean (jicama), raw a good source of?
Yambean (jicama), raw is an excellent source of Vitamin C (22% DV) and a good source of Dietary Fiber (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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