Bok Choy Cabbage
The small Chinese cabbage with crisp white stalks and silky dark-green leaves (paksoi), combining the crunch of celery with the softness of spinach. Its net carbohydrate does not exceed 1.5 g per 100 g, so a glycemic index does not apply, and it is full of calcium and vitamin C.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Add it chopped to noodle dishes and Asian soups, or stir-fry it with chicken breast and prawns in a wok to give your meal filling volume without extra calories.
Best preparation methods
Stir-fry it for just three minutes with a few drops of sesame oil, garlic and ginger so the stalks keep their natural, juicy crunch.
Important Nutritional Note
Bok choy contains highly absorbable calcium and sulphur-containing antioxidants; it is one of the best vegetables in the world for supporting fullness and stable glucose.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | 13 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 1.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 2.2 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1 g | 1 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 13 kcal per 100 g, ranking 1 of 48 in Vegetables (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bok Choy Cabbage good for weight loss?
Yes. Bok Choy Cabbage is very low in calories (13 kcal per 100 g), so you can eat a generous amount to add volume and fullness to a meal without many calories.
How does Bok Choy Cabbage affect blood sugar?
Bok Choy Cabbage contains only 1.2 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Bok Choy Cabbage?
A typical 100 g portion of Bok Choy Cabbage provides about 13 kcal, 1.5 g protein, 2.2 g carbohydrate, 0.2 g fat and 1 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.