Apricots, raw
FDC 171697cup, halves (155 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 82 · +1 vs Fruits & juices medianFresh apricots score 82 of 100, a Strong rating that ranks 28th of 60 in the fruits and juices category, essentially level with the category median. The fruit's carbohydrate is its dominant macro, and its standout nutrients are vitamin C and vitamin A, each supplying 11% DV.
Apricots are eaten out of hand, sliced into fruit salads, or halved and grilled to concentrate their flavor. A cup of halves (155 g) supplies 2 g of fiber alongside 9.24 g of sugar, so while the fruit is low in calories at 48 per 100 g, most of its carbohydrate is naturally occurring sugar rather than fiber.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 48 kcal | 2% |
| Total fat | 0.39 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 11 g | 4% |
| Dietary fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Sugars | 9.2 g | |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.39 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 10 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 96 µg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 0.89 mg | 6% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 74 kcal | 4% |
| Total fat | 0.6 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1.6 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 17 g | 6% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Sugars | 14 g | |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% |
| Potassium | 401 mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 16 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 16 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin A | 149 µg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 1.4 mg | 9% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 171697Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the fruits & juices median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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