Imported year-round; harvest season varies by country of originMedjool Dates Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Medjool Dates (Phoenix dactylifera) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler fruit library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 277 kcal and includes 696 mg potassium, 6.7 g fiber, 54 mg magnesium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Medjool Dates benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 277 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 21.3 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 6.7 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 2.7 µg of vitamin K per 100 g contributes to normal blood clotting and the maintenance of normal bones.
- Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
- About 0.249 mg of vitamin B6 per 100 g contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism, nervous-system function and red blood-cell formation.
- About 0.05 mg of vitamin B1 per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and nervous-system function.
- About 64 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 696 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 54 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 0.9 mg of iron per 100 g contributes to normal red-blood-cell and haemoglobin formation and oxygen transport. Absorption of plant iron varies with the meal.
- No single food prevents or treats disease. The nutritional value of medjool dates depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Medjool Dates nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 24 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 24 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 277 kcal | 66.5 kcal |
| Water | 21.3 g | 5.1 g |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 0.434 g |
| Total fat | 0.15 g | 0.036 g |
| Carbohydrate | 75 g | 18 g |
| Dietary fiber | 6.7 g | 1.6 g |
| Total sugars | 66.5 g | 16 g |
| Ash | 1.7 g | 0.418 g |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 64 mg | 15.4 mg |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 0.216 mg |
| Magnesium | 54 mg | 13 mg |
| Phosphorus | 62 mg | 14.9 mg |
| Potassium | 696 mg | 167 mg |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Zinc | 0.44 mg | 0.106 mg |
| Copper | 0.362 mg | 0.087 mg |
| Manganese | 0.296 mg | 0.071 mg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.05 mg | 0.012 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.06 mg | 0.014 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.6 mg | 0.386 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.805 mg | 0.193 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.249 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 15 µg | 3.6 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 15 µg | 3.6 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 15 µg DFE | 3.6 µg DFE |
| Choline | 9.9 mg | 2.4 mg |
| Vitamin A | 7 µg RAE | 1.7 µg RAE |
| Beta-carotene | 89 µg | 21.4 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 23 µg | 5.5 µg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 2.7 µg | 0.648 µg |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0.53 g | 0.127 g |
| Glucose | 33.7 g | 8.1 g |
| Fructose | 32 g | 7.7 g |
| Lactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Maltose | 0.3 g | 0.072 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0.007 g | 0.00168 g |
| Threonine | 0.042 g | 0.01 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.045 g | 0.011 g |
| Leucine | 0.082 g | 0.02 g |
| Lysine | 0.054 g | 0.013 g |
| Methionine | 0.017 g | 0.00408 g |
| Cystine | 0.046 g | 0.011 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.048 g | 0.012 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.016 g | 0.00384 g |
| Valine | 0.066 g | 0.016 g |
| Arginine | 0.06 g | 0.014 g |
| Histidine | 0.029 g | 0.00696 g |
| Alanine | 0.078 g | 0.019 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.22 g | 0.053 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.265 g | 0.064 g |
| Glycine | 0.09 g | 0.022 g |
| Proline | 0.111 g | 0.027 g |
| Serine | 0.062 g | 0.015 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 2.7 µg | 0.648 µg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Medjool Dates?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 277 kcal. A 24 g reference serving provides approximately 66.5 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Medjool Dates in the kitchen
Medjool Dates can be eaten on its own when appropriate, added to breakfast bowls, salads or desserts, or used in sauces and drinks. Preparation changes the edible portion and may alter nutrient values.
Direct USDA records are used where available; closest-profile entries are explicitly labelled and remain approximate. Blank fields mean that the source did not report a value. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
