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Grass Jelly (Cincau)

Grass Jelly (Cincau) is a soft, black-brown jelly common across Southeast Asian cuisines, often made from the leaves/stems of the Mesona plant and served chilled in desserts or drinks. It is prized for its cooling texture and mild, slightly herbal flavor that pairs well with syrups, milk, or shaved ice. Nutritionally, Grass Jelly (Cincau) is very light at 22kcal per 100g and contributes a small amount of fiber, making it a low-calorie dessert option. While not a significant source of protein or fat, it can add bulk and a pleasant mouthfeel to sweet treats; it also contains modest amounts of calcium and manganese. Overall, grass jelly is a relatively light, low-energy dessert component that can fit into a balanced diet when enjoyed without excessive sugary toppings.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~0.40€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A+

Excellent

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

22 kcal

1% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

0.2 g

0% RDI

Fat

0.1 g

0g sat fat

Carbs

5 g

2% RDI

Sugar

0.3 g

1% RDI

Fiber

0.5 g

2% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A+ · 8.5 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Grass Jelly (Cincau) healthy?

Yes, Grass Jelly (Cincau) is very healthy with a Health Grade of A+. It is rich in protective compounds.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Grass Jelly (Cincau)?

Grass Jelly (Cincau) is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Grass Jelly (Cincau) gluten free?

Yes, Grass Jelly (Cincau) is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Grass Jelly (Cincau)?

100g of Grass Jelly (Cincau) contains 22 kcal, 0.2g protein, 5g carbohydrates, 0.1g fat, and 0.5g fiber.

Q.04Is Grass Jelly (Cincau) vegan?

Yes, Grass Jelly (Cincau) is vegan.

Q.06Is Grass Jelly (Cincau) lactose free?

Yes, Grass Jelly (Cincau) is lactose free.

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