Rambutan Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits

Rambutan benefits and place in a balanced diet

• A 100 g portion provides approximately 82 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
• Its approximately 78 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
• About 4.9 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
• Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
• About 0.022 mg of vitamin B2 per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
• About 1.4 mg of vitamin B3 (niacin) per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism, nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal skin.
• About 22 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
• About 7 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
• About 0.35 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.
• About 0.066 mg of copper per 100 g contributes to normal energy production, connective-tissue formation, nervous-system function and iron metabolism.
• No single food prevents or treats disease. The nutritional value of rambutan depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.

Rambutan 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 9 g reference serving.

How many calories are in Rambutan?

100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 82 kcal. A 9 g reference serving provides approximately 7.4 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.

How to use Rambutan in the kitchen

Rambutan 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. The linked USDA profile is listed as “Rambutan, canned, syrup pack”; its values describe that preparation state rather than a generic fresh equivalent.