Available year-roundMoringa Leaves Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Moringa Leaves (Moringa oleifera) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler vegetable library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 64 kcal and includes 378 µg RAE vitamin A, 147 mg magnesium, 51.7 mg vitamin C. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Moringa Leaves benefits and place in a balanced diet
- Moringa Leaves provides 2 g of dietary fiber per 100 g. Fiber supports normal bowel function and can contribute to fullness as part of a balanced diet.
- A 100 g serving contains about 51.7 mg of vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- Its potassium content is approximately 337 mg per 100 g. Potassium contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- It supplies about 147 mg of magnesium per 100 g. Magnesium contributes to normal energy metabolism and normal muscle function.
- With approximately 9.4 g of protein per 100 g, it can contribute to total daily protein intake. Protein supports the maintenance and growth of muscle mass.
- It contains about 4 mg of iron per 100 g. Iron contributes to normal red blood cell formation and oxygen transport; absorption from plant foods varies.
Moringa Leaves 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 | 64 kcal | 64 kcal |
| Water | 78.7 g | 78.7 g |
| Protein | 9.4 g | 9.4 g |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 1.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8.3 g | 8.3 g |
| Dietary fiber | 2 g | 2 g |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Starch | 0 g | 0 g |
| Ash | 2.3 g | 2.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 185 mg | 185 mg |
| Iron | 4 mg | 4 mg |
| Magnesium | 147 mg | 147 mg |
| Phosphorus | 112 mg | 112 mg |
| Potassium | 337 mg | 337 mg |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 9 mg |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg | 0.6 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Manganese | 1.1 mg | 1.1 mg |
| Selenium | 0.9 µg | 0.9 µg |
| Fluoride | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 51.7 mg | 51.7 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.3 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.7 mg | 0.7 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 2.2 mg | 2.2 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.2 mg | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin B7 (Biotin) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 40 µg | 40 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 40 µg | 40 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 40 µg DFE | 40 µg DFE |
| Choline | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 378 µg RAE | 378 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Glucose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fructose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Lactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Maltose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Galactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Threonine | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Leucine | 0.8 g | 0.8 g |
| Lysine | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Methionine | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Cystine | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Valine | 0.6 g | 0.6 g |
| Arginine | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Histidine | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Alanine | 0.7 g | 0.7 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.9 g | 0.9 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1 g | 1 g |
| Glycine | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Proline | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Serine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Niacin equivalents | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin D3 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K2 (Menaquinone) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Gamma-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Delta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0 g | 0 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Moringa Leaves?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 64 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 64 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Moringa Leaves in the kitchen
Moringa Leaves can be used raw when food-safe or prepared by steaming, roasting, sautéing, simmering or adding to soups and salads, depending on the ingredient.
Nutrition values can vary by variety, maturity and preparation. Seasonal dates refer to approximate general harvest periods in Turkey, not universal availability. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
