June–October in Turkey (approximate harvest period)Jute Mallow (Molokhia) Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Jute Mallow (Molokhia) (Corchorus olitorius) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler vegetable library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 34 kcal and includes 278 µg RAE vitamin A, 123 µg folate, 208 mg calcium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Jute Mallow (Molokhia) benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 34 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 87.7 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- About 37 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- About 278 µg RAE of vitamin A per 100 g contributes to normal vision, immune function and the maintenance of skin and mucous membranes.
- Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
- About 0.6 mg of vitamin B6 per 100 g contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism, nervous-system function and red blood-cell formation.
- About 208 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 559 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 64 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 4.8 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 jute mallow (molokhia) depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Jute Mallow (Molokhia) 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 | 34 kcal | 34 kcal |
| Water | 87.7 g | 87.7 g |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 4.7 g |
| Total fat | 0.25 g | 0.25 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.038 g | 0.038 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.017 g | 0.017 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.12 g | 0.12 g |
| Carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 5.8 g |
| Ash | 1.6 g | 1.6 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 208 mg | 208 mg |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 4.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 64 mg | 64 mg |
| Phosphorus | 83 mg | 83 mg |
| Potassium | 559 mg | 559 mg |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 8 mg |
| Zinc | 0.79 mg | 0.79 mg |
| Copper | 0.255 mg | 0.255 mg |
| Manganese | 0.123 mg | 0.123 mg |
| Selenium | 0.9 µg | 0.9 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 37 mg | 37 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.133 mg | 0.133 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.546 mg | 0.546 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.3 mg | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.072 mg | 0.072 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 123 µg | 123 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 123 µg | 123 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 123 µg DFE | 123 µg DFE |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 278 µg RAE | 278 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-6 | 0.117 g | 0.117 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0.03 g | 0.03 g |
| Threonine | 0.164 g | 0.164 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.221 g | 0.221 g |
| Leucine | 0.388 g | 0.388 g |
| Lysine | 0.219 g | 0.219 g |
| Methionine | 0.065 g | 0.065 g |
| Cystine | 0.04 g | 0.04 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.212 g | 0.212 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.147 g | 0.147 g |
| Valine | 0.248 g | 0.248 g |
| Arginine | 0.248 g | 0.248 g |
| Histidine | 0.11 g | 0.11 g |
| Alanine | 0.256 g | 0.256 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.567 g | 0.567 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.493 g | 0.493 g |
| Glycine | 0.214 g | 0.214 g |
| Proline | 0.246 g | 0.246 g |
| Serine | 0.182 g | 0.182 g |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0.117 g | 0.117 g |
How many calories are in Jute Mallow (Molokhia)?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 34 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 34 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Jute Mallow (Molokhia) in the kitchen
Jute Mallow (Molokhia) 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.
