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Starchy root, source of fiber and vitamin C
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Lanbe (150 g) has 177 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 42 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 6 g of fiber. Its 30 mg of Vitamin C covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
177
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
42g
· 15% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
6g
· 21% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 4% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 177 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.08 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 6 g | 21% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
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 piece (medium) | 150 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 94 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 130 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 236 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 295 kcal |
Calculated from 118 calories per 100 g.
Lanbe is a starchy root vegetable. It is usually peeled and cooked before eating; boiling, steaming, and roasting are practical ways to prepare it.
Wash and peel Lanbe, then cut it into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same pace. Boil, steam, or roast the pieces until the center is tender.
Lanbe is generally eaten cooked rather than raw. Cooking softens its starchy texture and makes it easier to eat, so boiling or roasting is a better choice.
Lanbe is usually peeled before cooking, especially when the skin is tough. Scrub off any soil under running water first, then peel and cook the flesh promptly.
Lanbe has the mild, filling character typical of a starchy root. Roasting gives it a more concentrated flavor, while boiling keeps the taste relatively simple.
Choose Lanbe that feels firm and has no mold, soft spots, or unpleasant smell. Avoid shriveled or damaged pieces, which may be past their best or starting to spoil.
Keep whole Lanbe in a cool, dry, dark place with some airflow. Refrigerate cut pieces in a covered container and use them soon to preserve their quality.
Yes, cooked Lanbe can be frozen. Let it cool, divide it into portions, and seal those in airtight containers; thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly before serving.
Lanbe works well in soups, vegetable stews, and roasted root-vegetable dishes. Its starchy texture also pairs well with legumes, other vegetables, or a protein-rich main.
Mash leftover Lanbe into a simple side dish or fold pieces into soups and stews. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them within a few days.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
30mg · 33% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
B5
0.6mg · 12% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.6mg · 26% DV
Potassium ⭐
570mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Magnesium
32mg · 8% DV
Sodium
21mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 177 calories in 1 piece (medium) (150 g):
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Lanbe is a starchy root vegetable, though the name is not widely familiar in many English-speaking markets. It can be prepared much like other roots: peeled and boiled, steamed or roasted, or added to soups and stews. Its flavour is mild, and its flesh softens when cooked, making it easy to serve alongside beans, vegetables or meat, or to dress with herbs and a little oil. Lanbe provides fibre and vitamin C, and its carbohydrate content makes it a more substantial choice than watery vegetables; it contains 28 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. For a lighter meal, boil or roast it rather than frying, and pair it with greens or a fresh, tangy salad.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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 1
Unprocessed
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.