Goya Tender Cactus nutrition facts
Per 1 cup · 250 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein2g17% of calories
- Carbs10g83% of calories
- Fat0g0% of calories
- ✓ Fat free
- ✓ Low saturated fat
- ✓ Sugar free
- ✓ Cholesterol free
At a glance
One serving of Goya Tender Cactus (1 cup, 250 g) has 50 calories, with 2 g of protein, 10 g of carbohydrates and 0 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (83% of calories). It is high in dietary fiber (21% DV), calcium (29% DV) and iron (63% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, which provides 80% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Dietary fiber21%
- Calcium29%
- Iron63%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
Nothing notable
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium80%
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 cup (250 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D | 0 μg | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 294 mg | 29% |
| Iron | 5 mg | 63% |
| Potassium | 287 mg | 6% |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
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- 15 calEl Mexicano Strips Natural Tender Cactus in Brine1 serving−35 cal
- 5 calDona Maria Nopalitos Tender Cactus¼ cup drained−45 cal
Burning 50 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 9minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 6minCycling (moderate)
- 4minRunning (6 mph)
- 7minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Goya Tender Cactus?
One serving of Goya Tender Cactus (1 cup) has 50 calories, which works out to 20 calories per 100 g. That is about 2.5% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Goya Tender Cactus high in protein?
Not especially. It has 2 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 17% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Goya Tender Cactus keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 4 g of net carbs and 83% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Goya Tender Cactus?
1850 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Goya Tender Cactus?
0 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
