Fresh spinach leaves
23 kcal per 100 g
Category: Vegetables
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Calories | 23 kcal |
| Protein | 2.9g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.6g |
| Total fats | 0.4g |
| Fiber | 2.2g |
Vitamins and minerals
Description
Fresh spinach leaves are an essential ingredient in cooking due to their mild flavor and versatility. Spinach is a green leafy plant belonging to the Amaranthaceae family, originally from Persia (present-day Iran and surrounding areas), and has been cultivated for centuries in various parts of the world.
These fresh leaves are characterized by their tender texture and a slightly sweet, earthy flavor, making them ideal for use in salads, juices, soups, stews, and as a complement in a wide variety of dishes, both raw and cooked.
Regarding their properties, spinach is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folic acid, iron, and antioxidants. It is known to help improve eye health, strengthen the immune system, and contribute to the formation of red blood cells.
In the Hispanic American context, spinach leaves are commonly also known as fresh spinach. In some regions, they may simply be called spinach, although sometimes more specific local terms are used, but there are no very distinct synonyms for this ingredient in most Spanish-speaking countries.