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Fruit salad with jelly Calories
Sweet fruit salad with jelly pieces
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Fruit salad with jelly (180 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.5 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 25.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Fruit salad with jelly Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
140
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
33.5g
· 12% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 4% · Fat 2%
Fruit salad with jelly nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
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 Fruit salad with jelly?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 70 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 200 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 234 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fruit salad with jelly
How do you make fruit salad with jelly?
Fruit salad with jelly is made by combining chopped fruit with prepared jelly and chilling it until set. Follow the jelly packet instructions, let the mixture cool before adding delicate fruit, and refrigerate the finished salad in a covered dish.
What fruit can you put in fruit salad with jelly?
Fruit salad with jelly works well with strawberries, grapes, peaches, apples, and bananas. Cut the fruit into bite-sized pieces and drain especially juicy fruit first; this helps the jelly set evenly and keeps the finished salad from becoming watery.
Why does jelly not set in fruit salad with jelly?
Fresh pineapple, kiwi, and papaya can stop the gelatin in fruit salad with jelly from setting because their enzymes break it down. Cook those fruits first, use canned versions, or choose a plant-based setting product that works with them.
Why is fruit salad with jelly watery?
Fruit salad with jelly can turn watery when the fruit releases juice or canned fruit is added without draining. Dry freshly washed fruit well, drain canned fruit thoroughly, and keep the salad covered in the refrigerator until serving.
How long does fruit salad with jelly last in the fridge?
Fruit salad with jelly usually keeps for about two to three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. The fruit may soften and release juice over time, so it is best enjoyed on the day it is made or the following day.
Can you use canned fruit in fruit salad with jelly?
Yes, canned fruit works in fruit salad with jelly. Drain it well before mixing it in, especially if it is packed in syrup, since the syrup can make the dessert sweeter and add excess liquid that interferes with the texture.
Can you freeze fruit salad with jelly?
Freezing fruit salad with jelly is not recommended because thawing can make the jelly watery and the fruit soft. Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator instead and eat them within a few days for a better texture.
Can you make fruit salad with jelly ahead of time?
Yes, you can make fruit salad with jelly ahead of serving so it has time to set in the refrigerator. Cover it while chilling, and consider adding quick-browning fruit such as bananas closer to serving time for a fresher appearance.
Is fruit salad with jelly healthy?
Fruit salad with jelly provides fruit, but added sugar in the jelly or syrup can make it a sweeter dessert. For a less-sweet version, use unsweetened jelly and fresh fruit rather than fruit packed in syrup.
What can you serve with fruit salad with jelly?
Fruit salad with jelly can be served on its own as a dessert or alongside plain yogurt. For a creamier finish, add a spoonful of yogurt or cream just before serving rather than mixing it in while the jelly is still setting.
Fruit salad with jelly Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
25.2mg · 28% DV
B6
0.09mg · 5% DV
Vitamin K
6.3µg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
238mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Sodium
58mg · 3% DV
Fruit salad with jelly Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Fruit salad with jelly
To burn the 140 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Fruit salad with jelly?
Fruit salad with jelly combines bite-sized fruit with pieces of set jelly, making a chilled, sweet dessert. There is no single regional recipe: the fruit and jelly vary by household and the ingredients available. Its appeal is the contrast between juicy, sometimes tart fruit and the soft, springy jelly.
It is commonly served cold after a meal or as part of a dessert spread, and fruit salad with jelly is easy to adapt for different seasons. Nutritionally, it is mostly a source of carbohydrates from the fruit and jelly, with little fat; a 100 g portion has 78 calories. For a fresher, lighter version, use ripe fresh fruit rather than fruit packed in syrup, and serve it with plain yogurt if you like.
How Nutritious Is Fruit salad with jelly?
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 Fruit salad with jelly 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 Fruit salad with jelly Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Fruit salad with jelly Good For?
Vegan
— Not 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
Fruit salad with jelly Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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