Calories in Prunes (dried plum)

Prunes (dried plum) has about 101 calories per 5 prunes (42 g), with 0.9 g protein, 26.8 g carbs and 0.2 g fat. Per 100 g it has 240 kcal.

High fibreNatural sugarsMostly carbs
101kcal
Calories · 5 prunes (42 g)
0.9g
Protein · 5 prunes (42 g)
26.8g
Carbs · 5 prunes (42 g)
0.2g
Fat · 5 prunes (42 g)
Carbs 96%Protein 3%Fat 1%share of calories

Prunes (dried plum) calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
5 prunes (42 g)101 kcal0.9 g26.8 g0.2 g
1 handful (30 g)72 kcal0.7 g19.2 g0.1 g
100 g240 kcal2.2 g63.9 g0.4 g

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Prunes (dried plum) nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer 5 prunes (42 g)
Calories240 kcal101 kcal
Protein2.2 g0.9 g
Carbohydrates63.9 g26.8 g
Fat0.4 g0.2 g
Fibre7.1 g3 g
Sugar38.1 g16 g
Sodium2 mg1 mg
Calcium43 mg18 mg
Iron0.9 mg0.4 mg
Potassium732 mg307 mg
Vitamin C0.6 mg0.3 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.

Coach's take: is Prunes (dried plum) healthy?

  • ●Prunes (dried plum) is moderately calorie-dense at 240 kcal per 100 g. About 96% of its calories come from carbs, 3% from protein and 1% from fat.
  • ●It can fit a fat-loss diet in a measured portion. Pair it with a protein source and vegetables so the meal keeps you full.
  • ●It's low in protein (0.9 g in 5 prunes (42 g)), so if you're building muscle, pair it with dal, paneer, curd, eggs or chicken.
  • ●It's high in fibre (7.1 g per 100 g), which helps digestion, fullness and steadier blood sugar.

To burn it off: 5 prunes (42 g) (101 kcal) takes about 20 min of brisk walking or 9 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Prunes (dried plum): frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Prunes (dried plum)?

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One serving of Prunes (dried plum), 5 prunes (42 g), has roughly 101 calories, with 0.9 g protein, 26.8 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 3 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Prunes (dried plum)?

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100 g of Prunes (dried plum) has 240 kcal, with 2.2 g protein, 63.9 g carbs, 0.4 g fat, 7.1 g fibre and 38.1 g sugar.

How much protein is in Prunes (dried plum)?

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Prunes (dried plum) has 2.2 g protein per 100 g (0.9 g in 5 prunes (42 g)). Protein provides about 3% of its calories.

Is Prunes (dried plum) good for weight loss?

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In moderation. At 240 kcal per 100 g it can fit a weight-loss diet if your total daily calories stay in a deficit and the meal includes protein and vegetables.

How long does it take to burn off one serving of Prunes (dried plum)?

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Burning roughly 101 kcal takes about 20 minutes of brisk walking or 9 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.

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