1 cup (medium) of Redcurrant (110 g) has 62 calories. That works out to 56 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.2 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 4.7 g of fiber. Its 45.1 mg of Vitamin C covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Redcurrant Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

13.8g

· 5% DV

Protein

1.4g

· 3% DV

Fat

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fiber

4.3g

· 15% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 9% · Fat 3%

Redcurrant Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

41mg · 46% DV

Vitamin K

11µg · 9% DV

0.3mg · 6% DV

Biotin

1.5µg · 5% DV

Minerals

Potassium ⭐

275mg · 8% DV

Iron

1mg · 6% DV

Phosphorus

39mg · 6% DV

Calcium

33mg · 3% DV

How Nutritious Is Redcurrant?

Nutrient density

Very high

80/ 100

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

58/ 100

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.

Redcurrant Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Redcurrant

To burn the 56 calories in 100 g:

🚶

14min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

6min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

8min

Cycling

🏊

7min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Redcurrant Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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 Redcurrant Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Redcurrant Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Redcurrant Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.02g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.03g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.07g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 1.7:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Redcurrant

How many calories are in redcurrant, and is it good for a diet?

Redcurrant has 56 calories per 100 g. With 0.2 g fat and 4.3 g fiber per 100 g, it can fit well into a balanced diet.

Does redcurrant have a high glycemic index?

No, redcurrant has a glycemic index of 25, which is considered low. It contains 13.8 g of carbs per 100 g.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026