June–October in Turkey (approximate harvest period)Globe Eggplant Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Globe Eggplant (Solanum melongena) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler vegetable library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 25 kcal and includes 229 mg potassium, 3 g fiber, 22 µg folate. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Globe Eggplant benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 25 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 92.3 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 3 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 2.2 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- About 3.5 µg of vitamin K per 100 g contributes to normal blood clotting and the maintenance of normal bones.
- Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
- About 0.3 mg of vitamin E per 100 g contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- About 9 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 229 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 14 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 0.23 mg of iron per 100 g contributes to normal red-blood-cell and haemoglobin formation and oxygen transport. Absorption of plant iron varies with the meal.
- No single food prevents or treats disease. The nutritional value of globe eggplant depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Globe Eggplant nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 100 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 100 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 25 kcal | 25 kcal |
| Water | 92.3 g | 92.3 g |
| Protein | 0.98 g | 0.98 g |
| Total fat | 0.18 g | 0.18 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.034 g | 0.034 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016 g | 0.016 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.076 g | 0.076 g |
| Carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 5.9 g |
| Dietary fiber | 3 g | 3 g |
| Total sugars | 3.5 g | 3.5 g |
| Ash | 0.66 g | 0.66 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 9 mg | 9 mg |
| Iron | 0.23 mg | 0.23 mg |
| Magnesium | 14 mg | 14 mg |
| Phosphorus | 24 mg | 24 mg |
| Potassium | 229 mg | 229 mg |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 2 mg |
| Zinc | 0.16 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Copper | 0.081 mg | 0.081 mg |
| Manganese | 0.232 mg | 0.232 mg |
| Selenium | 0.3 µg | 0.3 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 2.2 mg | 2.2 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.039 mg | 0.039 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.037 mg | 0.037 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.649 mg | 0.649 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.281 mg | 0.281 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.084 mg | 0.084 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 22 µg | 22 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 22 µg | 22 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 22 µg DFE | 22 µg DFE |
| Choline | 6.9 mg | 6.9 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 1 µg RAE | 1 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 14 µg | 14 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 36 µg | 36 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.3 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 3.5 µg | 3.5 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.063 g | 0.063 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0.26 g | 0.26 g |
| Glucose | 1.6 g | 1.6 g |
| Fructose | 1.5 g | 1.5 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0.009 g | 0.009 g |
| Threonine | 0.037 g | 0.037 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.045 g | 0.045 g |
| Leucine | 0.064 g | 0.064 g |
| Lysine | 0.047 g | 0.047 g |
| Methionine | 0.011 g | 0.011 g |
| Cystine | 0.006 g | 0.006 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.043 g | 0.043 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.027 g | 0.027 g |
| Valine | 0.053 g | 0.053 g |
| Arginine | 0.057 g | 0.057 g |
| Histidine | 0.023 g | 0.023 g |
| Alanine | 0.051 g | 0.051 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.164 g | 0.164 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.186 g | 0.186 g |
| Glycine | 0.041 g | 0.041 g |
| Proline | 0.043 g | 0.043 g |
| Serine | 0.042 g | 0.042 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 3.5 µg | 3.5 µg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0.063 g | 0.063 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Globe Eggplant?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 25 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 25 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Globe Eggplant in the kitchen
Globe Eggplant can be used raw when food-safe or prepared by steaming, roasting, sautéing, simmering or adding to soups and salads, depending on the ingredient.
Direct USDA records are used where available; closest-profile entries are explicitly labelled and remain approximate. Blank fields mean that the source did not report a value. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
