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Early-season fresh fig with fiber and potassium
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of March fig (50 g) has 37 calories. That works out to 74 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.6 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 61 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
37
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
9.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 92% · Protein 4% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 37 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.4 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 52 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 74 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 100 g | 74 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 150 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 111 kcal |
Calculated from 74 calories per 100 g.
March figs are described as an early-season fresh fig, but the name does not mean they are available everywhere in March. Local climate, growing conditions, and harvest timing determine when fresh figs reach shops.
A March fig is an early-season fresh fig, rather than necessarily a distinct botanical variety. The name may be used differently by sellers, so its exact harvest period and appearance can vary by region.
A ripe March fig feels gently soft and smells sweet. Avoid fruit that is very firm, bruised, leaking, moldy, or sour-smelling; figs are delicate and can spoil quickly once ripe.
March figs do not ripen substantially after picking. They may soften slightly at room temperature, but a firm, underripe fig will not develop the same sweetness and texture as one picked ripe.
Keep fresh March figs in the refrigerator in a shallow container where they will not be crushed, and eat them promptly. Discard figs that develop mold, a fermented smell, or leaking flesh.
Yes, March fig skin is edible. Rinse and dry the fruit before eating it whole; peel it only if you dislike the skin's texture, since peeling is not necessary for safety.
Yes, you can freeze March figs after rinsing and drying them thoroughly. Store them in an airtight freezer-safe container; thawed figs become softer, so they work better in cooking or blended dishes than eaten fresh.
The name March fig points to an early-season harvest, not necessarily to a unique variety with a fixed taste or appearance. Differences in color, size, and sweetness usually reflect the cultivar, growing region, and ripeness.
Ripe March figs taste sweet and have soft, juicy flesh. Eat them fresh on their own, or pair them with yogurt, cheese, or nuts; handle them gently because their delicate flesh bruises easily.
People with diabetes can include March figs if the portion fits their individual meal plan, since the fruit's carbohydrates can affect blood glucose. A clinician or dietitian can advise on portions alongside medication and glucose monitoring.
Vitamins
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
2.35µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
116mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
8.5mg · 2% DV
Sodium
0.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A March fig is an early-season fresh fig: the fruit of the fig tree, with tender flesh, tiny edible seeds and a thin skin. As it ripens, its flavour becomes sweet and honeyed. Figs are associated with warm growing regions around the Mediterranean and beyond, and an early crop brings the familiar fruit to market ahead of the main season.
Enjoy a March fig fresh, whole or halved, as a snack or with breakfast; it also pairs well with cheese, nuts or yoghurt. It offers fibre and potassium, while most of its energy comes from carbohydrates and it contains very little fat. For a more filling snack, serve it with plain yoghurt or a handful of nuts; ripe fruit can also be sliced over porridge or a salad.
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.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.