Mustard leaves, raw

Mustard leaves are the edible leaves of the mustard plant, eaten as a leafy vegetable. The figures here describe the leaves raw. They provide vitamin C and calcium, with smaller amounts of protein and fat. Per 100g, they contain 71mg of vitamin C, 130mg of calcium, 2.5g of protein and 0.3g of fat.

Vitamin C supports normal collagen formation, which is important for skin and other connective tissues, and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. Calcium contributes to the maintenance of bones and teeth and normal muscle function. Raw mustard leaves contain little salt and only trace amounts of saturated fat. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.