Brazilian Passion Fruit Juice
Brazilian Passion Fruit Juice, known locally as 'suco de maracujá,' is a vibrant, tangy beverage made from the pulp of fresh passion fruits, typically diluted with water and sweetened to taste. It is a staple refreshment enjoyed throughout Brazil, often served chilled as a cooling antidote to the tropical heat. The drink highlights the intensely aromatic and tart flavor of the fruit, which is native to South America.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This juice is a low-fat, low-protein beverage that primarily provides quick energy from its natural and added sugars. It is an excellent source of vitamin C and dietary fiber (especially if the seeds are included), and offers a good amount of potassium, with a typical serving containing roughly 120-150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 34 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin A | 15 mcg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, passion fruit juice is a ubiquitous part of daily life in Brazil, found everywhere from street-side juice bars ('casas de suco') to family dinner tables. Nutritionally, the fruit's seeds are often consumed with the juice, providing a crunchy texture and a boost of insoluble fiber that aids digestion.
