How Much Protein Is In Steamed Taro Leaves?
Taro leaves steamed without salt, the base of laulau and callaloo. They must be cooked thoroughly before eating.
Protein per 1 cup (145g)
3.9
g% Daily Value
Complete Nutrition Facts for Steamed Taro Leaves
Per 1 cup (145g)
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Essential Amino Acids in Steamed Taro Leaves
Per 1 cup (145g)
Supplies all nine essential amino acids at or above the FAO/WHO adult reference pattern.
90mg
Histidine
206mg
Isoleucine
310mg
Leucine
194mg
Lysine
62mg
Methionine
155mg
Phenylalanine
132mg
Threonine
38mg
Tryptophan
203mg
Valine
More About Steamed Taro Leaves
About Protein in Steamed Taro Leaves
A serving of Steamed Taro Leaves (145g) contains 3.9g of protein, which is 8% 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 steamed taro leaves is a low source of protein compared to other leafy greens.
Compare Protein in Similar Foods
See how Steamed Taro Leaves compares to other leafy greens.
Spinach
per 1 cup (30g)
0.9g
Kale
per 1 cup (67g)
1.9g
Romaine Lettuce
per 2 cups shredded (94g)
1.1g
Swiss Chard
per 1 cup (36g)
0.6g
Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 168488 | Last updated: 2026-04-06
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