Pectin, liquid

Liquid pectin posts a score of 84 out of 100, Strong, and takes the top spot, rank 1 of 60, in the sweets category, whose median score is just 9. No individual nutrient is flagged as a standout here; the high score instead reflects an almost calorie-free profile at only 11 calories per 100 grams, with zero sugar, zero fat, and zero protein.

Liquid pectin isn't really eaten on its own, it's a gelling agent stirred into jam and jelly recipes to help fruit preserves set. A typical measure runs about 28 grams, and beyond 2.1 grams of fiber and 2.1 grams of carbohydrate per 100 grams there is little else to it, since its job in the kitchen is textural rather than nutritional.