Nuts, Seeds & Oils
Chestnuts, water (canned) Nutrition Facts
Water chestnuts are aquatic vegetables (not tree nuts) with crisp, white flesh and mild, slightly sweet flavor. Canned water chestnuts maintain their characteristic crunch and are popular in Asian stir-fries and salads.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
0.1g0%
Saturated Fat
0.0g0%
Trans Fat
0.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.0g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.0g
Cholesterol
-0%
Sodium
9mg0%
Total Carbohydrate
11.7g4%
Dietary Fiber
1.8g6%
Total Sugars
1.6g
Protein
0.9g2%
Vitamin A
-0%
Vitamin C
2.0mg2%
Vitamin D
-0%
Vitamin E
0.6mg4%
Vitamin K
0.3mcg0%
Vitamin B6
0.2mg10%
Vitamin B12
-0%
Folate
7mcg2%
Calcium
7mg1%
Iron
0.4mg2%
Potassium
362mg8%
Magnesium
14mg3%
Zinc
0.4mg4%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Health Benefits
- ✓Very low in calories and fat
- ✓Good source of potassium
- ✓Adds satisfying crunch without calories
Best For
Stir-fries and Asian dishesAdding texture to saladsLow-calorie cooking
Storage
Store unopened cans in pantry; after opening, transfer to airtight container with water, refrigerate up to 1 week
Serving Sizes
100g50 cal
1 cup (sliced)70 cal
4 water chestnuts14 cal
Frequently Asked Questions
Are water chestnuts the same as chestnuts?
No, water chestnuts are aquatic vegetables from sedge plants, not tree nuts like chestnuts.
Can you eat water chestnuts raw?
Fresh water chestnuts can be eaten raw, but canned ones are pre-cooked and ready to use.
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