Acerola (west indian cherry)
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 32 kcal |
| Protein | 0.4 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Carbs | 7.7 g |
Acerola, also known as West Indian cherry, is a small tropical fruit native to the Caribbean and Central America, eaten raw or more commonly processed into juices, pulps and dietary supplements. Per 100 g, raw acerola provides 32 kcal, 0.4 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat, 7.7 g of carbohydrates and 1.1 g of dietary fibre — a notably light caloric profile. Its most striking nutritional feature is its vitamin C content: 1677.6 mg per 100 g, which is exceptionally high among whole fruits. It also contributes 146 mg of potassium, 18 mg of magnesium and 38.3 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Acerola is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in acerola?
Raw acerola contains 32 kcal per 100 g, making it one of the lower-calorie fruits available. A small handful of cherries (around 50 g) would contribute roughly 16 kcal.
How much vitamin C is in acerola?
Acerola contains 1677.6 mg of vitamin C per 100 g, which is among the highest concentrations recorded in any whole fruit. For context, that is many times the amount found in an equivalent weight of orange or kiwi.
Is acerola keto-friendly?
Yes, acerola appears on the keto-compatible diet list, and its carbohydrate content of 7.7 g per 100 g is relatively modest for a fruit. Portion size still matters within a strict ketogenic approach.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 32.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.40 g |
| Fat | 0.30 g |
| Carbs | 7.7 g |
| Fiber | 1.1 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.068 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.082 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.090 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 12.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.20 mg |
| Magnesium | 18.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 11.0 mg |
| Potassium | 146 mg |
| Sodium | 7.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.10 mg |
| Copper | 0.086 mg |
| Selenium | 0.60 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 38.3 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 1678 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.18 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.020 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.060 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.40 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.31 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.009 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 14.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
