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Dragon fruit juice Calories
Tropical fruit juice with vitamin C
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Dragon fruit juice (240 g) has 137 calories. That works out to 57 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.2 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 19.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Dragon fruit juice Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
137
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
31.2g
· 11% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 2% · Fat 1%
Dragon fruit juice nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 137 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Dragon fruit juice?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 9 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 57 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 143 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 285 kcal |
Calculated from 57 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dragon fruit juice
What does dragon fruit juice taste like?
Dragon fruit juice has a mild, lightly sweet taste rather than a strongly tropical or tangy one. Its flavor is sometimes compared with kiwi or pear, and the sweetness varies with the fruit’s ripeness and variety.
How do you make dragon fruit juice?
Peel a ripe dragon fruit, scoop out the flesh, and blend it with water until smooth. The tiny seeds are edible, so straining is optional; add citrus or sweetener only if you want a sharper or sweeter drink.
Is dragon fruit juice good for you?
Dragon fruit juice can provide vitamin C, but it contains much less fiber than eating the whole fruit. Choosing an unsweetened juice avoids adding sugar, and it is best treated as a drink rather than a replacement for whole fruit.
Can dragon fruit juice turn your stool red?
Yes, juice made from red-fleshed dragon fruit can temporarily make stool look reddish because of its natural pigments. The change should pass after you stop having the fruit; persistent or unexplained red stool should not automatically be blamed on food.
Is dragon fruit juice high in sugar?
Dragon fruit juice contains naturally occurring fruit sugars, even when no sweetener is added. Bottled versions may also contain added sugar, so an unsweetened option is a better pick if you want to avoid extra sweetness.
Is it better to drink dragon fruit juice or eat dragon fruit whole?
Eating dragon fruit whole is the better choice for fiber. Juicing or straining removes some of the fruit’s fiber, while the whole fruit also takes longer to eat and can be more filling.
Can people with diabetes drink dragon fruit juice?
People with diabetes can include dragon fruit juice only in a way that fits their individual glucose-management plan. Its natural sugars can raise blood glucose, and juice provides less fiber than whole dragon fruit; ask your clinician or dietitian about your needs.
Does dragon fruit juice need to be strained?
No, dragon fruit juice does not need to be strained because its small black seeds are edible. Straining gives it a smoother texture, but leaves less of the fruit’s pulp in the drink.
How should you store fresh dragon fruit juice?
Keep fresh dragon fruit juice in a sealed container in the refrigerator and drink it while it is fresh. Its color and flavor can change as it sits; stir it before serving and do not leave it out for long.
Is homemade dragon fruit juice different from bottled dragon fruit juice?
Homemade dragon fruit juice lets you control whether you add sugar and how much pulp remains. Bottled juice is more convenient, but recipes vary, so its sweetness and texture may differ from a freshly blended drink.
Dragon fruit juice Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
19.2mg · 21% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Vitamin K
6µg · 5% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
264mg · 8% DV
Magnesium
29mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
43mg · 6% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Dragon fruit juice Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dragon fruit juice
To burn the 137 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Dragon fruit juice?
Dragon fruit juice is made from the soft flesh of pitaya, a cactus fruit native to the Americas and now grown across many tropical regions. It can be blended or strained, and its colour ranges from pale to vivid pink depending on the fruit. Some homemade versions are loosened with water for an easier sip.
Its flavour is gently sweet and mild, with a refreshing quality when served chilled. It works at breakfast, as a cool drink alongside a snack, or with a spicy meal. Nutritionally, it is mostly carbohydrate, with little protein or fat, and provides vitamin C. Add water or ice to make it less sweet, or pair it with plain yoghurt for a simple breakfast.
How Nutritious Is Dragon fruit juice?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Dragon fruit juice Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Dragon fruit juice Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Dragon fruit juice Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Dragon fruit juice Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.