How Much Protein Is In Endive?

FoodData Central Updated 30 March 2026

A pale, torpedo-shaped chicory with tightly packed leaves, crisp and pleasantly bitter raw, sweet and mellow braised.

Protein per 1 cup chopped (50g)

0.7

g

% Daily Value

1%

Complete Nutrition Facts for Endive

Per 1 cup chopped (50g)

0.2g

sugar

Essential Amino Acids in Endive

Per 1 cup chopped (50g)

12mg

Histidine

36mg

Isoleucine

49mg

Leucine

32mg

Lysine

7mg

Methionine

27mg

Phenylalanine

25mg

Threonine

3mg

Tryptophan

32mg

Valine

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About Protein in Endive

A serving of Endive (50g) contains 0.7g of protein, which is 1% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. When planning your meals, consider that endive is a low source of protein compared to other vegetables.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 168412 | Last updated: 2026-03-30

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