1 serving (5 grams) contains 15 calories, 0.3 grams of protein, 0.1 grams of fat, and 3.5 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
714.3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2619.0 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 166.7 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 33% | |
| Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| protein | 14.3 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238.1 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 952.4 mg | 20% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Wasabi
Wasabi is a vibrant green condiment derived from the rhizome of the Wasabia japonica plant, native to Japan. Its bold, pungent flavor is a staple in Japanese cuisine, often paired with sushi and sashimi. Unlike chili-based spiciness, wasabi’s heat is aromatic and fleeting, targeting the nasal passages rather than the tongue. Nutritionally, wasabi is low in calories and fat, containing small amounts of vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber. It boasts potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties due to allyl isothiocyanate, the compound responsible for its characteristic kick. True wasabi is rare and expensive, with many commercially available products using horseradish and green food coloring as substitutes. While its health benefits are promising, its intense flavor is typically consumed in small quantities, making it less impactful as a dietary source of nutrients.
