Calories in cooked yam
100g of cooked yam contain about 116 calories (kcal).
Calories per:
ounce
| handful
| tablespoon
| cub, cubes
For example, a handful of cooked yam (45 g) contain about 52 calories.
This is about 3% of the daily caloric intake for an average adult with medium weight and activity level (assuming a 2000 kcal daily intake).
Cooked yam key facts
The nutrients that matter most in cooked food, per 100 g.
| Nutrient (per 100 g) | Cooked Yam |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 27 g |
| Sodium | 8 mg |
- Compared with yam: 116 vs 118 kcal, 0.1 vs 0.2 g fat per 100 g.
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Nutrition Facts
Cooked Yam
Serving size:
handful of cooked yam (45 g)
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Amount Per Serving:
Total Carbohydrates 12.37g
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* The % Daily Value (DV) shows how much a nutrient in one serving of food contributes to your total daily diet. A 2000-calorie daily intake is used as a general guideline for nutrition advice.
Source of calories in cooked yam
94% CARBS
5% PROTEIN
1% FAT
To visualize how much 52 kcal actually is, keep in mind that the calorie content of handful of cooked yam is similar to that of, for example:
Take a quick look at the tables below for detailed information about cooked yam nutrition.
Per 100 g, Cooked yam is a good source of potassium (14% DV) and a good source of fiber (14% DV).
Potassium helps regulate fluid balance and muscle and nerve function. The FDA Daily Value is 4,700 mg.