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Energy-dense snack rich in fiber, healthy fats, and minerals
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Mixed dried fruit and nuts (40 g) has 172 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.8 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Mixed dried fruit and nuts combines chewy dried fruit—often raisins or pieces of apricot—with crunchy nuts such as almonds or cashews. The exact blend varies, and it is easy to assemble at home from whatever dried fruit and nuts you have on hand.
Sweet fruit and rich, crisp nuts make it a portable snack eaten on its own, added to porridge or yoghurt, or packed for a hike or workday. It is energy-dense, with fibre and unsaturated fats alongside natural sugars; the listed 100 g contains 430 calories. For a lighter snack, serve a small handful with plain yoghurt, or use a little as a topping rather than eating from the bag.
Selected: 100 g
430
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
49.5g
· 18% DV
Protein
10.8g
· 22% DV
Fat
23.4g
· 30% DV
Fiber
7.8g
· 28% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 10% · Fat 46%
Vitamins
Biotin
9µg · 30% DV
Vitamin E
3.9mg · 26% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Copper
1mg · 111% DV
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
255mg · 36% DV
Magnesium
122mg · 29% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 430 calories in 100 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.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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.
Contains these 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
2.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31.1:1).
Yes, mixed dried fruit and nuts can be a nutritious snack, providing fibre, unsaturated fats and minerals. It is also energy-dense, and dried fruit has concentrated natural sugars, so portioning some into a bowl is more practical than eating straight from a large bag.
It can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but mixed dried fruit and nuts is not a weight-loss food by itself. Its energy density makes portions easy to underestimate, so set aside a small amount rather than grazing from the packet.
Mixed dried fruit and nuts commonly combines dried fruit such as raisins or apricots with nuts such as almonds, cashews or walnuts. The exact ingredients vary by mix, so a homemade version lets you choose the fruits and nuts you prefer.
Combine your preferred dried fruits and nuts in a clean, dry bowl to make mixed dried fruit and nuts at home. Cut larger fruit into bite-sized pieces, and avoid adding wet ingredients so the mix stays crisp and keeps well.
Store mixed dried fruit and nuts in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place. Moisture and heat can soften the nuts and change their flavour, while a sealed container helps protect the mix from humidity and pantry odours.
Yes, mixed dried fruit and nuts can be frozen in an airtight freezer-safe container. Let it come back to room temperature while still sealed to limit condensation; the nuts may be less crisp if moisture gets into the mix.
Yes, people with diabetes can include mixed dried fruit and nuts, but dried fruit contains concentrated carbohydrates that can affect blood glucose. A doctor or dietitian can help match the portion to an individual’s glucose-management plan.
Yes, mixed dried fruit and nuts can work as a pre-workout snack: the dried fruit supplies readily available carbohydrates, while the nuts make it more filling. Eat it with enough time to digest, since the fat and fibre may feel heavy during exercise.
The nuts in mixed dried fruit and nuts can soften as moisture transfers from the dried fruit. Store the mix in a tightly sealed, dry container; if the fruit is especially moist, keep it separate from the nuts until serving.
No, mixed dried fruit and nuts is generally eaten without washing. Rinsing adds moisture that can encourage spoilage and soften the nuts; if you choose to rinse it, dry the ingredients thoroughly and eat them soon after.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.