Cabbage, Chinese, raw

Chinese cabbage is a leafy vegetable. The figures here describe it raw, with the base trimmed and outer leaves removed. It is mainly water and provides small amounts of carbohydrate and protein, alongside vitamins and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 1.4g of carbohydrate, 1g of protein, 21mg of vitamin C and 77µg of folate.

Vitamin C supports normal immune function and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. Folate is needed for normal cell division and the formation of red blood cells. Raw Chinese cabbage contains little fat or salt, although sauces and other additions can change the nutritional content of a dish. Full nutritional figures are shown in the tables below.