January–December in Turkey (approximate harvest period)Salsify Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Salsify (Tragopogon porrifolius) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler vegetable library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 82 kcal and includes 380 mg potassium, 3.3 g fiber, 60 mg calcium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Salsify benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 82 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 77 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 3.3 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 8 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
- About 0.277 mg of vitamin B6 per 100 g contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism, nervous-system function and red blood-cell formation.
- About 0.08 mg of vitamin B1 per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and nervous-system function.
- About 60 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 380 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 23 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 0.7 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 salsify depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Salsify 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 | 82 kcal | 82 kcal |
| Water | 77 g | 77 g |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 3.3 g |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 18.6 g |
| Dietary fiber | 3.3 g | 3.3 g |
| Ash | 0.9 g | 0.9 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 60 mg | 60 mg |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 0.7 mg |
| Magnesium | 23 mg | 23 mg |
| Phosphorus | 75 mg | 75 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg | 380 mg |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 20 mg |
| Zinc | 0.38 mg | 0.38 mg |
| Copper | 0.089 mg | 0.089 mg |
| Manganese | 0.268 mg | 0.268 mg |
| Selenium | 0.8 µg | 0.8 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 8 mg | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.08 mg | 0.08 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.22 mg | 0.22 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.5 mg | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.371 mg | 0.371 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.277 mg | 0.277 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 26 µg | 26 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 26 µg | 26 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 26 µg DFE | 26 µg DFE |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg RAE | 0 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Salsify?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 82 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 82 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Salsify in the kitchen
Salsify 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.
