Hearts of palm, also called palm hearts, palmito, or swamp cabbage, is a vegetable with a mild flavor that is low in calories, high in fiber, balanced in protein and carbohydrates, and rich in many nutrients. You can use palm hearts in cooked or cold dishes.

1. Nourishes With Nutrients, Minerals, and Vitamins

Palm hearts contain a variety of nutrients, including protein, carbohydrates, and several vitamins and minerals.

One hundred grams (g) or about 2/3 of a cup of hearts of palm contains:

36 calories

3.57 g protein

3.57 g carbohydrate

3.6 g fiber

0 g fat

Additionally, 1 cup of canned palm hearts includes a percentage of your daily vitamin and mineral needs:

Vitamin C: 20% of your daily needs of this vitamin, which is a key component of skin health, your immune system, and he

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