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Low-calorie chopped artichoke rich in fiber, folate, potassium, and magnesium.
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Chopped artichoke (168 g) has 79 calories. That works out to 47 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.7 g of carbs, 5.5 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 9.1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 168 g
79
KCAL / 168G
Carbs
17.7g
· 6% DV
Protein
5.5g
· 11% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
9.1g
· 33% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 23% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 79 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 158 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.7 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 9.1 g | 33% |
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (chopped) | 168 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 10 g | 5 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 20 g | 9 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (chopped) | 42 g | 20 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 84 g | 39 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 300 g | 141 kcal |
Calculated from 47 calories per 100 g.
Cook chopped artichoke gently with olive oil and a little liquid until tender, or add it to soups, pasta, casseroles, and rice dishes. Cooking time varies with the size of the pieces and whether they are fresh, frozen, or preserved.
Chopped artichoke has a mild, slightly nutty, earthy taste with a hint of sweetness. Lemon, garlic, herbs, and olive oil pair well with it; tougher outer pieces can taste more bitter than the tender heart.
Yes, chopped artichoke can be eaten raw if it is fresh, thoroughly cleaned, and cut thinly. Tender inner parts work best in salads; lemon juice helps slow browning and adds a bright flavor.
No, chopped artichoke does not always need pre-cooking. Add fresh pieces to dishes that will cook long enough to soften them, but drain and briefly warm preserved artichoke before using it in a quick recipe.
Toss chopped artichoke with lemon juice or place it in water acidulated with lemon as soon as it is cut. Exposure to air causes the discoloration, so drain the pieces and use them promptly after preparation.
Fresh chopped artichoke is best used within a day or two when kept covered in the refrigerator. If it is already cooked, cool it promptly, store it in a sealed container, and use it within a few days.
Yes, chopped artichoke freezes well after a brief blanching. Cool and drain the pieces thoroughly, then freeze them in an airtight container; add them straight to cooked dishes rather than thawing them first.
Chopped artichoke describes the cut, while artichoke hearts are the tender central base of the vegetable. Chopped pieces may include other cleaned tender parts too, so check what was used when a recipe specifically calls for hearts.
Chopped artichoke works in pasta, omelets, soups, dips, grain bowls, and savory pies. Pair it with lemon and herbs for a lighter dish, or combine it with cheese and garlic for a richer dip.
Chopped artichoke can taste bitter when it includes tough outer leaves or is past its best. Trim away firm, fibrous parts and use the tender inner pieces; lemon and olive oil can help balance mild bitterness.
Vitamins
Biotin
11.76µg · 39% DV
Folate
114.24µg · 29% DV
Vitamin K
24.86µg · 21% DV
Vitamin C
12.43mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.39mg · 43% DV
Magnesium
101mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
151mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
622mg · 18% DV
Sodium
158mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chopped artichoke consists of pieces of the edible flower head of the artichoke, a Mediterranean vegetable often sold fresh in spring or prepared for cooking. The tender heart is especially prized, though the exact pieces depend on how the artichoke has been trimmed.
Its mild, slightly grassy flavour and soft texture suit Mediterranean dishes with olive oil, lemon and herbs. Use it in salads, pasta, soups or a savoury dip; in Turkey, artichoke is also commonly cooked with olive oil and vegetables. Chopped artichoke is low in calories and provides fibre: a 100 g portion has 47 calories. For a lighter dish, simmer it with lemon and herbs and use olive oil sparingly.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.