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Watercress Nutrition Facts

FoodData CentralUpdated 30 March 2026

Watercress contains 2.8 calories, 0.6g protein, 0.3g carbs, and 0g fat. Watercress is a nutrient-rich vegetable that is very low in calories. It is an excellent source of vitamin C and rich in potassium.

2.8

cal

0.3g

carbs

0.6g

protein

0g

fat

0.1g

fiber

0.1g

sugar

Vitamins in Watercress

Per 100g serving

Vitamin A
160mcg
18%
Vitamin C
43mg
48%
Vitamin E
1mg
7%
Vitamin K
250mcg
208%
Vitamin B6
0.13mg
8%
Thiamin (B1)
0.09mg
8%
Riboflavin (B2)
0.12mg
9%
Niacin (B3)
0.2mg
1%
Folate
9mcg
2%

Minerals in Watercress

Per 100g serving

Calcium
120mg
9%
Iron
0.2mg
1%
Magnesium
21mg
5%
Phosphorus
60mg
5%
Potassium
330mg
7%
Sodium
41mg
2%
Zinc
0.11mg
1%
Selenium
0.9mcg
2%
Copper
0.08mg
9%
Manganese
0.24mg
10%

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