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Fresh summer fig Calories
Source of fiber and potassium
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Fresh summer fig has 74 calories. It contains 19.2 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Fresh summer fig Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
74
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
19.2g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 93% · Protein 4% · Fat 3%
Fresh summer fig nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 74 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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 Medium Fresh summer fig?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 52 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 74 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 100 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 74 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 150 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 111 kcal |
Calculated from 74 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fresh summer fig
Are fresh summer figs good for you?
Yes, fresh summer figs can be a nourishing fruit choice. They provide fiber and potassium, and their naturally sweet taste can make them an easy addition to breakfast, snacks, or desserts.
How do you eat a fresh summer fig?
Eat a fresh summer fig whole after rinsing it, including the thin skin if you like. You can also halve it and serve it with yogurt, cheese, or toast, or add it to a salad.
How can you tell when a fresh summer fig is ripe?
A ripe fresh summer fig feels soft with a gentle squeeze, looks plump, and often has a sweet smell. Avoid fruit that is very firm, leaking, moldy, or sour-smelling.
How should you store fresh summer figs?
Store fresh summer figs in the refrigerator in a shallow container so they do not get crushed. Keep them dry and unwashed until you are ready to eat them, and use them promptly because they spoil quickly.
Can you freeze fresh summer figs?
Yes, fresh summer figs freeze well for later cooking or blending, though they become softer after thawing. Wash and dry them, freeze them on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer-safe container.
Do fresh summer figs contain wasps?
Usually, the fresh summer figs sold for eating do not contain a wasp. Many common fig varieties ripen without pollination; the fig-wasp relationship applies to particular fig varieties and growing conditions, not every fig.
Why are fresh summer figs sometimes split open?
Fresh summer figs can split as they ripen, especially when water uptake changes quickly. A clean split does not automatically mean the fruit is spoiled, but discard figs with mold, a fermented smell, or mushy decay.
Can you eat the skin of a fresh summer fig?
Yes, the skin of a fresh summer fig is edible and is commonly eaten along with the flesh. Rinse the fruit gently first; if the stem feels tough, trim it off.
Why does a fresh summer fig have white sap?
A fresh summer fig may release milky latex from its stem when picked or cut. The sap is natural, but it can irritate sensitive skin, so rinse it off and avoid rubbing it into your eyes.
Are fresh summer figs different from dried figs?
Yes, fresh summer figs are soft and juicy, while dried figs have had much of their water removed and taste more concentrated. Fresh figs spoil quickly, whereas dried figs are easier to store for longer.
Fresh summer fig Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Vitamin K
4.7µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
232mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Sodium
1mg · 0% DV
Fresh summer fig Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Fresh summer fig
To burn the 74 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Fresh summer fig?
A fresh summer fig is the soft, sweet fruit of the fig tree, with tiny edible seeds and skin that can be eaten too. Figs have a long history around the Mediterranean and in western Asia, and summer varieties are enjoyed fresh when fully ripe. Their skin may be green, purple or brown, depending on the variety.
Eat one as a snack, add it to breakfast with yoghurt or cheese, or serve it with nuts. The flesh is tender and honey-sweet, with a slight crunch from the seeds. Figs provide fibre; a 100 g portion has 2.9 g. They bruise easily, so keep ripe fruit chilled and eat it soon, or pair it with plain yoghurt for a simple, balanced snack.
How Nutritious Is Fresh summer fig?
Nutrient density
High
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 Fresh summer fig 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 Fresh summer fig Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Fresh summer fig 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
Fresh summer fig Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.07g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.