Lemongrass Nutrition facts
Lemongrass
Refreshing, citrus-scented lemongrass imparts a unique flavor to the recipes. Its rough, tufted stems and leaf buds are among the most sought-after herbal parts employed in an array of cuisine all over South and East Asian regions.
Botanically, this herb belongs to the grass family of Poaceae. Citronella is native to the Southern part of India and Sri Lanka. The herb is one of the popular ingredients used in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia, and Indonesia, and as far as African and American continents for its culinary and medicinal purposes.
Scientific name: Cymbopogon citratus.
| Nutrition Principle | Nutrition Value | Percentage of RDA |
|---|---|---|
| Principle | ||
| Energy | 99 Kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 25.31 g | 19% |
| Protein | 1.82 g | 3% |
| Total Fat | 0.49 g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Folates | 75 µg | 19% |
| Niacin | 1.101 mg | 7% |
| Pyridoxine | 0.080 mg | 6% |
| Riboflavin | 0.135 mg | 10.5% |
| Thiamin | 0.065 mg | 5.5% |
| Vitamin A | 6 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6 mg | 4% |
| Electrolytes | ||
| Sodium | 6 mg | <1% |
| Potassium | 723 mg | 15% |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 65 mg | 6.5% |
| Copper | 0.266 mg | 29% |
| Iron | 8.17 mg | 102% |
| Magnesium | 60 mg | 15% |
| Manganese | 5.244 mg | 228% |
| Selenium | 0.7 µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 2.23 mg | 20% |