Carambola
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 31 kcal |
| Protein | 1.0 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Carbs | 6.7 g |
Carambola, also known as star fruit, is a tropical fruit eaten raw, typically sliced crosswise to reveal its distinctive star-shaped cross-section, and used in salads, garnishes, juices and chutneys across Southeast Asia and beyond. Per 100 g, raw carambola provides just 31 kcal, 1 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat, 6.7 g of carbohydrates and 2.8 g of dietary fibre, with sugars accounting for 4 g of those carbohydrates — making it one of the lower-calorie fruits available. It contributes 34.4 mg of vitamin C and 133 mg of potassium per 100 g, along with 12 mcg of folate. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Carambola fits vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in carambola?
Raw carambola contains 31 kcal per 100 g, making it one of the lower-calorie fruits. A medium star fruit weighs roughly 90–100 g, so one whole fruit comes in at around 28–31 kcal.
How much vitamin C is in carambola?
Carambola provides 34.4 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. That is a meaningful amount — roughly a third of the commonly referenced daily intake — from a fruit that is also very low in calories.
Is carambola keto-friendly?
Carambola is listed as compatible with a keto dietary pattern, which is relatively unusual for fruit. At 6.7 g of carbohydrates and 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g, its net carb content is low enough to fit modest keto allowances in small servings.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 31.0 kcal |
| Protein | 1.0 g |
| Fat | 0.30 g |
| Carbs | 6.7 g |
| Sugars | 4.0 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Starch | 0.20 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.019 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.030 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.18 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.030 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.16 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 3.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.080 mg |
| Magnesium | 10.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 12.0 mg |
| Potassium | 133 mg |
| Sodium | 2.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.12 mg |
| Copper | 0.14 mg |
| Manganese | 0.037 mg |
| Selenium | 0.60 mcg |
| Iodine | 0.10 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 3.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 34.4 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.014 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.016 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.37 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.39 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.017 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 12.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 7.6 mg |
