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Spinach, Loosely Packed
Spinach is a leafy green vegetable commonly eaten raw or cooked in salads, sautés, soups, and mixed dishes. "Loosely packed" describes a volume measure rather than a different food.
Beneficial properties
low in calories
rich in vitamin K
source of folate
contains iron
contains antioxidants
Nutritional highlights
Spinach provides vitamin K, vitamin A, folate, vitamin C, manganese, magnesium, and smaller amounts of iron and potassium.