Red and White Currants Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Red and White Currants (Ribes rubrum) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler fruit library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 56 kcal and includes 41 mg vitamin C, 4.3 g fiber, 275 mg potassium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Red and White Currants benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 56 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 84 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 4.3 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 41 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- About 11 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 0.07 mg of vitamin B6 per 100 g contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism, nervous-system function and red blood-cell formation.
- About 33 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 275 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 13 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 1 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 red and white currants depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Red and White Currants 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 112 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 112 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 56 kcal | 62.7 kcal |
| Water | 84 g | 94.1 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.6 g |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0.224 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.017 g | 0.019 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.028 g | 0.031 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.088 g | 0.099 g |
| Carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 15.5 g |
| Dietary fiber | 4.3 g | 4.8 g |
| Total sugars | 7.4 g | 8.3 g |
| Ash | 0.66 g | 0.739 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 33 mg | 37 mg |
| Iron | 1 mg | 1.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 13 mg | 14.6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 44 mg | 49.3 mg |
| Potassium | 275 mg | 308 mg |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 1.1 mg |
| Zinc | 0.23 mg | 0.258 mg |
| Copper | 0.107 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Manganese | 0.186 mg | 0.208 mg |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 0.672 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 41 mg | 45.9 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.04 mg | 0.045 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.05 mg | 0.056 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.1 mg | 0.112 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.064 mg | 0.072 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07 mg | 0.078 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 8 µg | 9 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 8 µg | 9 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 8 µg DFE | 9 µg DFE |
| Choline | 7.6 mg | 8.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 2 µg RAE | 2.2 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 25 µg | 28 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 47 µg | 52.6 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 0.112 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 11 µg | 12.3 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.053 g | 0.059 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0.61 g | 0.683 g |
| Glucose | 3.2 g | 3.6 g |
| Fructose | 3.5 g | 4 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 11 µg | 12.3 µg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0.053 g | 0.059 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Red and White Currants?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 56 kcal. A 112 g reference serving provides approximately 62.7 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Red and White Currants in the kitchen
Red and White Currants 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.
