Vegetables · per 100g
Kelp is a large, brown seaweed that forms underwater forests in shallow, nutrient-rich coastal waters around the world, offering a savory umami flavor and a distinctive texture when consumed raw or cooked.
beta-Carotene, Vitamin C
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Iron
Folate, Iron
Vitamin K1, Calcium
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
The word "kelp" was historically associated with seaweeds burned to produce soda ash, and its etymology is believed to stem from old Gaelic words meaning 'young female cow' or 'young male horse'.
Standout nutrients
Folate
beta-Carotene
Magnesium
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
Seasonality
Diet
Sustainability
Kelp farming is environmentally friendly, requires no freshwater, pesticides, or fertilizers, and helps sequester carbon and mitigate ocean acidification.
Storage
Freeze
3–6 months
for frozen kelp products
Airtight Container
1–3 months
for dried kelp, away from heat and sunlight
Flavour
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