Fruits

Grapefruit Nutrition Facts

Grapefruit

Grapefruit is a fruit whose variety, ripeness, edible portion, and preparation state affect its composition. It provides potassium and vitamin C.

Calories32
Protein0.6 g
Carbs8.1 g
Fat0.1 g
ProteinCarbsFat

Nutrition for 100 g

Calories32 kcal
Protein0.6 g
Total Fat0.1 g
Carbohydrates8.1 g
Fiber0.7 g
Sodium0 mg
Total Sugars7.983 g

Source: USDA FoodData Central, record 173034

Nutrients

Full nutrient profile

Proximates
Water87.1 g
Ash0.3063 g
Carbohydrates
Fiber, total dietary0.6525 g
Sugars, Total7.983 g
Sucrose3.608 g
Glucose2.1 g
Fructose2.275 g
Lactose0 g
Maltose0 g
Minerals
Calcium, Ca21.36 mg
Iron, Fe0 mg
Magnesium, Mg9.58 mg
Phosphorus, P20.11 mg
Potassium, K155.9 mg
Sodium, Na0 mg
Zinc, Zn0.0292 mg
Copper, Cu0.02604 mg
Manganese, Mn0.01638 mg
Vitamins and other components
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid38 mg
Thiamin0.06245 mg
Riboflavin0.1 mg
Niacin0.2569 mg
Vitamin B-60.06013 mg
Interesting fact

Pink Flesh Means Lycopene

Half a medium grapefruit provides 39 mg of vitamin C, 43% of the Daily Value. Pink and red flesh also carries about 1,462 mcg of lycopene per 100 g, a pigment the white-fleshed type does not report.

Source: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements

Practical guidance

How to choose and store Grapefruit

How to choose

Choose firm, unbruised produce with no soft spots or damage. If buying pre-cut or bagged, pick only packs kept refrigerated or on ice.

Storage

Refrigerate perishable produce at 40°F (4°C) or below, and refrigerate anything pre-cut or packaged. Wash under running water just before eating.