Imported year-round; harvest season varies by country of originPurple Passion Fruit Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler fruit library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 97 kcal and includes 10.4 g fiber, 30 mg vitamin C, 348 mg potassium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Purple Passion Fruit benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 97 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 72.9 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 10.4 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 30 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- About 64 µg RAE of vitamin A per 100 g contributes to normal vision, immune function and the maintenance of skin and mucous membranes.
- Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
- About 0.1 mg of vitamin B6 per 100 g contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism, nervous-system function and red blood-cell formation.
- About 12 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 348 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 29 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 1.6 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 purple passion fruit depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Purple Passion Fruit 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 18 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 18 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 97 kcal | 17.5 kcal |
| Water | 72.9 g | 13.1 g |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 0.396 g |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 0.126 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.059 g | 0.011 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.086 g | 0.015 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.411 g | 0.074 g |
| Carbohydrate | 23.4 g | 4.2 g |
| Dietary fiber | 10.4 g | 1.9 g |
| Total sugars | 11.2 g | 2 g |
| Ash | 0.8 g | 0.144 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 12 mg | 2.2 mg |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 0.288 mg |
| Magnesium | 29 mg | 5.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 68 mg | 12.2 mg |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 62.6 mg |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 5 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | 0.018 mg |
| Copper | 0.086 mg | 0.015 mg |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 0.108 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 30 mg | 5.4 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.13 mg | 0.023 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.5 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 0.018 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 14 µg | 2.5 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 14 µg | 2.5 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 14 µg DFE | 2.5 µg DFE |
| Choline | 7.6 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 64 µg RAE | 11.5 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 743 µg | 133.7 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 41 µg | 7.4 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.02 mg | 0.0036 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 0.7 µg | 0.126 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.41 g | 0.074 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 0.7 µg | 0.126 µg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0.41 g | 0.074 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Purple Passion Fruit?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 97 kcal. A 18 g reference serving provides approximately 17.5 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Purple Passion Fruit in the kitchen
Purple Passion Fruit 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.
