Fennel, Florence, raw

Florence fennel is a vegetable with a bulb formed from thickened leaf bases. These figures describe the raw inner leaves and bulb only. It is mainly water and provides small amounts of carbohydrate and protein, along with vitamins and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 1.8g of carbohydrate, 0.9g of protein, 440mg of potassium and 42µg of folate.

Potassium contributes to normal nerve and muscle function, while folate is needed for normal blood cell formation. Raw fennel contains little fat or salt, with only a trace of saturated fat. Added salt, dressings or other ingredients will change the nutritional content of a prepared dish. Full nutrient figures are shown in the tables below.