Ingredient

Water Chestnuts

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Water chestnuts are added to foods for their crisp texture and mild, slightly sweet …

What it is

Water chestnuts are the edible corms (underground stems) of an aquatic plant grown in East Asia. They are typically harvested, peeled, and then canned or sold fresh. Canned water chestnuts are often packed in water or brine.

Why it's used

Water chestnuts are added to foods for their crisp texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor. They are commonly found in canned vegetable mixes, stir-fries, salads, dips, and grain-based dishes. Their texture holds up well during cooking.

Health notes

Water chestnuts are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are a source of fiber and some vitamins and minerals. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated water chestnuts, but no specific health concerns are associated with their typical consumption.

Allergen info

Water chestnuts are not one of the FDA's nine major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Water Chestnuts

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Kellogg Company US Morningstar Farms Veggie Burgers Vegi Max 36Oz 4Ct Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 23% DV per serving —kcal 17.1Protein 5.9Fat 15.3Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Harris Teeter, Dip, Spinach Dips & Salsa 141kcal 3.1Protein 12.5Fat 9.4Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Ht Traders, Diced Water Chestnuts Canned Vegetables 39kcal 0.9Protein 0Fat 8.6Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Ht Traders, Water Chestnuts Sliced Canned Vegetables 39kcal 0.9Protein 0Fat 8.6Carbs Jfe Shoji Trade America Inc. Water Chestnuts Sliced Canned Vegetables 38kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 6.9Carbs SHURFINE Deluxe Vegetables Premium Stir-Fry, Broccoli, Sugar Snap Peas, Green Beans, Carrots, Celery, Water Chestnuts, Onions & Red Peppers Frozen Vegetables 37kcal 1.1Protein 0Fat 6.3Carbs Kellogg Company US Morningstar Farms Veggie Burgers Garden Veggie 56Oz Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 174kcal 16.4Protein 6.3Fat 15.5Carbs Conagra Brands Fancy Mixed Chinese Vegetables Prepared/Preserved Foods Variety Packs 9kcal 0.9Protein 0Fat 2.6Carbs Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Simply Cafe Steamers Asian Kung Pao Chicken, 9.5 OZ Grain Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 100kcal 7.8Protein 2.2Fat 12.6Carbs Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Pineapple Chicken Grain Based Products / Meals 111kcal 6.1Protein 1.5Fat 17.9Carbs Conagra Brands PF CHANGS General Changs Chicken Spring Rolls Vegetable Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 83% DV per serving 238kcal 8.6Protein 9.5Fat 30.5Carbs Conagra Brands Sweet & Sour Chicken, 72 OZ Grain Based Products / Meals 85kcal 5.6Protein 0.3Fat 14.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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