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Yam, raw calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of yam, raw contains 118 calories, with 1.5 g of protein, 27.9 g of carbohydrate and 0.2 g of fat. It provides 4.1 g of fiber and 0.5 g of sugar per 100 g. Most of its calories come from carbohydrate.
Where the calories come from
Protein 5% Carbs 93% Fat 2%
How yam, raw compares
Per 100 g, against the closest vegetables in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yam, raw | 118 kcal | 1.5 g | 27.9 g | 0.2 g |
| Taro, raw | 112 kcal | 1.5 g | 26.5 g | 0.2 g |
| Sweet chowchow pickle | 121 kcal | 1.5 g | 26.6 g | 0.9 g |
| Poi | 112 kcal | 0.4 g | 27.2 g | 0.1 g |
| Hearts of palm | 115 kcal | 2.7 g | 25.6 g | 0.2 g |
Nutrition facts for yam, raw
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 27.9 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 4.1 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in yam, raw
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Copper | 0.18 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 17.1 mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 816 mg | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29 mg | 17% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.11 mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 21 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 55 mg | 4% |
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Calories in common yam, raw servings
How many calories in a portion of yam, raw — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g (100 g) | 118 kcal | 2 g | 28 g | 0 g |
| 1 cup, cubes (150 g) | 177 kcal | 2 g | 42 g | 0 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in yam, raw?
Yam, raw has 118 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in yam, raw?
Yam, raw contains 1.5 g of protein per 100 g.
How much fiber does yam, raw have?
Yam, raw has 4.1 g of fiber per 100 g. Reference intakes for adults are around 25-30 g of fiber per day, so it contributes meaningfully.
Are these yam, raw calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #170071 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
