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Mini jujube Calories
Source of fiber and vitamin C
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
5 piece (mini) of Mini jujube (40 g) has 32 calories. That works out to 79 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.1 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 27.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Mini jujube Nutrition Facts
Selected: 5 piece (mini) · 40 g
32
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
8.1g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 92% · Protein 6% · Fat 2%
Mini jujube nutrition facts table · 5 piece (mini) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 32 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| 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 5 Pieces of Mini jujube?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (mini) | 40 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 8 g | 6 kcal |
| 3 piece (mini) | 24 g | 19 kcal |
| 10 piece (mini) | 80 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 63 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 79 kcal |
| 15 piece (mini) | 120 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 140 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 119 kcal |
Calculated from 79 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mini jujube
What is a mini jujube?
A mini jujube is a small fruit from the jujube tree, also known as Chinese date. It has a firm central pit and is sold fresh or dried; the texture and sweetness differ between the two forms.
What does a mini jujube taste like?
A fresh mini jujube is mildly sweet and crisp, with a texture often compared to an apple. A dried mini jujube tastes sweeter and is chewier, so the variety and whether it is fresh or dried make a noticeable difference.
How do you eat a mini jujube?
Wash a fresh mini jujube, bite or slice around its hard pit, and discard the pit. You can eat the fruit as a snack or add it to salads and yogurt; dried mini jujubes can also be eaten plain or added to recipes.
How can you tell when a mini jujube is ripe?
A mini jujube changes from green toward yellowish or reddish-brown as it ripens. Fresh fruit can remain crisp when ripe, so check its smell and condition too; avoid fruit that is moldy or badly damaged.
Is a mini jujube the same as a Chinese date?
Yes. Mini jujube is a small jujube fruit, and jujube is also commonly called Chinese date. It is not the same fruit as the date from a date palm, despite the similar common name.
How should you store fresh mini jujubes?
Keep fresh mini jujubes unwashed in the refrigerator and rinse them just before eating. Remove any fruit that becomes moldy or damaged, and store dried mini jujubes in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.
Can you freeze mini jujubes?
Yes, mini jujubes can be frozen. Wash and dry them thoroughly, remove the pits, and freeze the pieces in a single layer before transferring them to a container; thawed fruit may be softer, so it works well in cooked dishes or drinks.
Can you eat the pit of a mini jujube?
No, the hard pit in a mini jujube should be discarded. Remove it before serving the fruit to young children, too, as a hard pit can pose a choking risk.
Are fresh and dried mini jujubes interchangeable in recipes?
Not exactly. Fresh mini jujubes are crisp and contain more moisture, while dried ones are chewier and more concentrated in sweetness. If substituting dried for fresh in a recipe, expect a different texture and adjust added sweeteners to taste.
Can people with diabetes eat mini jujubes?
People with diabetes may be able to include mini jujubes, but the fruit's carbohydrates can affect blood glucose. Portion size and individual response matter, so follow your care plan and ask your clinician or dietitian for personalized guidance.
Mini jujube Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
27.6mg · 31% DV
B5
0.22mg · 4% DV
B3
0.36mg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
100mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
9.2mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Mini jujube Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mini jujube
To burn the 32 calories in 5 piece (mini) (40 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 Mini jujube?
Mini jujube is the small fruit of the jujube tree, native to China and now grown in many warm regions. Fresh, it is crisp and juicy, with a mild apple-like sweetness and a hint of tartness; as it ripens or dries, it becomes sweeter and more date-like. The small central stone is not eaten.
In China and elsewhere in Asia, jujubes are enjoyed fresh, dried, or cooked into drinks and dishes. English-speaking shoppers may find mini jujubes at Asian grocers or farmers’ markets; try them as a snack, or add chopped fruit to porridge or yogurt. They provide fibre and vitamin C, with 10 g of fibre per 100 g. Fresh fruit makes a crisp, light snack; dried jujubes are sweeter and more concentrated.
How Nutritious Is Mini jujube?
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
High
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 Mini jujube 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 Mini jujube Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Mini jujube 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
Mini jujube Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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