Breadfruit
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal |
| Protein | 1.1 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 27.1 g |
Breadfruit is a large, starchy tropical fruit native to the Pacific Islands and widely eaten across the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and West Africa. It is rarely consumed raw; most commonly it is roasted, boiled, fried, or baked, functioning much like a potato or root vegetable in savoury dishes. Per 100 g, raw breadfruit provides 103 kcal, 1.1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat, 27.1 g of carbohydrates, and 4.9 g of dietary fibre, with 11 g coming from sugars. It is a notable source of potassium at 490 mg per 100 g, and contributes 29 mg of vitamin C and 14 mcg of folate per 100 g. Breadfruit is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and pescatarian dietary patterns.
How many calories in breadfruit?
Raw breadfruit contains 103 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of around 200 g would provide approximately 206 kcal, making it a moderately energy-dense starchy fruit.
How much potassium is in breadfruit?
Breadfruit contains 490 mg of potassium per 100 g, which is notably high — comparable to a banana and considerably more than most common starchy staples like white rice or cassava.
Is breadfruit gluten-free?
Yes, breadfruit is naturally gluten-free and is listed as compatible with a gluten-free diet. It is often used as a wheat-free alternative to bread or starchy grains in traditional Pacific and Caribbean cooking.
Diets
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal |
| Protein | 1.1 g |
| Fat | 0.23 g |
| Carbs | 27.1 g |
| Sugars | 11.0 g |
| Fiber | 4.9 g |
| Starch | 21.9 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.048 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.034 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.066 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 2.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 17.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.54 mg |
| Magnesium | 25.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 30.0 mg |
| Potassium | 490 mg |
| Sodium | 2.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.12 mg |
| Copper | 0.084 mg |
| Manganese | 0.060 mg |
| Selenium | 0.60 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 29.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.10 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.50 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.11 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.030 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.80 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.46 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.10 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 14.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 9.8 mg |
