Cubio, raw
Vegetables and derivatives
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The cubio is a plant native to the region of the American Andes, cultivated mainly in Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador and Peru at less than 2,600 meters above sea level. In its raw state, this tuber has an acrid flavor that is removed at the time of cooking, used in making soups, desserts, stews (typical Colombian boyacense stew) and stews.
| Eatable percent | 95% |
|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 27kcal |
| Protein (g) | 1.6g |
| Lipids (g) | 0.2g |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 4.7g |
| Fiber (g) | 0g |
| Tiamine (mg) | 0.04mg |
| Riboflavin (mg) | 0.04mg |
| Niacin (mg) | 0.3mg |
| Vitamin C (mg) | 192mg |
| Vitamin A (mg) | 0mg |
| Calcium (mg) | 7mg |
| Iron (mg) | 7mg |
| Sodium (mg) | 0mg |
| Phosphorus (mg) | 38mg |
| Zinc (mg) | mg |