Spinach, baby, raw

Baby spinach is the young leaf of the spinach plant, eaten raw in the form described here. It provides vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, folate, vitamin A and potassium, along with some protein and fibre. Per 100g, it contains 29mg of vitamin C, 161µg of folate, 682mg of potassium and 1g of fibre.

Vitamin C supports normal immune function and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. Folate is needed for normal blood cell formation, while potassium contributes to normal muscle and nerve function. Raw baby spinach contains little fat or salt, and only trace amounts of sugars. Full nutrient figures are given in the tables below.