Calories in Spinach
- Calories 20.4
- Total Fat 0.0 g
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg
- Sodium 64.6 mg
- Potassium 470.1 mg
- Total Carbohydrate 3.0 g
- Dietary Fiber 2.0 g
- Sugars 0.0 g
- Protein 2.0 g
- Vitamin A 5950.0 IU
- Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
- Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
- Vitamin C 24.0 mg
- Vitamin D 0.0 IU
- Vitamin E 0.0 mg
- Calcium 79.9 mg
- Copper 0.0 mg
- Folate 0.0 µg
- Iron 2.3 mg
- Magnesium 0.0 mg
- Manganese 0.0 mg
- Niacin 0.0 mg
- Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
- Phosphorus 0.0 mg
- Riboflavin 0.0 mg
- Thiamin 0.0 mg
- Zinc 0.0 mg
Nutrition Summary
Spinach is a very low-calorie food at 20.4 calories per serving (3 cup (85.0g)), making it a smart choice for calorie-conscious diets. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 3.0g per serving (60% of calories), with a good 2.0g of dietary fiber. It contains 2.3mg of iron (13% DV), which plays a key role in oxygen transport and energy metabolism.
Diet & Nutrition Tags
Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.
Ingredients
Spinach.Ingredient Analysis
No artificial preservatives, sweeteners, colours, emulsifiers, flavour enhancers, or synthetic fortification agents were detected in the ingredient list for Spinach. This does not guarantee the food is unprocessed or free from all additives — always read the full ingredient label.
% Daily Value
The following shows how one serving of Spinach contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20.4 kcal | 1% |
| Sodium | 64.6 mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.0 g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% |
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 24.0 mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 79.9 mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 470.1 mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Calorie Analysis
Spinach accounts for 1% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 60% of the calories.
Exercise Burn Time
How long would it take to burn off the 20.4 calories in Spinach? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.
| Exercise | Minutes to Burn |
|---|---|
| Running: 10 minutes per mile | 1.5 min |
| Walking: 17 minutes per mile | 3.5 min |
| Cycling (Low Intensity) | 2.2 min |
| HIIT | 1.9 min |
| Running: 9 minutes per mile | 1.4 min |
You can find more information on the calories burned doing popular exercises here.
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