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Bamboo Shoots

Bamboo Shoots are the young, edible shoots of bamboo used widely in East and Southeast Asian cuisines for their crisp texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor; they appear in stir-fries, soups and pickled preparations. They are very low in calories and provide 2.2g of fiber per 100g, making them a good choice to add bulk and crunch without many kilocalories. Bamboo shoots also contribute small amounts of protein and B‑vitamins (notably vitamin B6 and thiamine) and contain trace minerals like copper. Overall, they make a nutritious, low‑fat vegetable addition to meals and are valued for their fiber and micronutrient contribution rather than for fats or concentrated antioxidants.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.80€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S+

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

27 kcal

1% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

2.6 g

5% RDI

Fat

0.3 g

0.1g sat fat

Carbs

5.2 g

2% RDI

Sugar

3 g

6% RDI

Fiber

2.2 g

7% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S+ · 10.0 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Are Bamboo Shoots healthy?

Yes, Bamboo Shoots are exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. They are a good source of dietary fiber (2.2g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level are Bamboo Shoots?

Bamboo Shoots are NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Are Bamboo Shoots gluten free?

Yes, Bamboo Shoots are gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Bamboo Shoots?

100g of Bamboo Shoots contain 27 kcal, 2.6g protein, 5.2g carbohydrates, 0.3g fat, and 2.2g fiber.

Q.04Are Bamboo Shoots vegan?

Yes, Bamboo Shoots are vegan.

Q.06Are Bamboo Shoots lactose free?

Yes, Bamboo Shoots are lactose free.

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