Salmonberry fruit leather

Salmonberry fruit leather is a traditional, naturally sweetened snack made from the pureed and dried fruit of the salmonberry plant (Rubus spectabilis). It is a staple food for many Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest coast of North America, where the berries are harvested in late spring and early summer. The preparation involves cooking the berries into a thick paste and spreading it thinly to dry into a pliable, chewy sheet.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This fruit leather is primarily a source of carbohydrates, offering quick natural energy with minimal fat and protein. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants, with a typical serving containing roughly 100-150 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	110 kcal
Protein	1 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	5 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Vitamin A	100 IU
Iron	0.8 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Vitamin K	5 mcg
Antioxidants (Anthocyanins)	Significant

Per 1 sheet (approx. 30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, salmonberry fruit leather represents an ingenious method of preserving a highly perishable seasonal fruit for year-round use, often carried as a lightweight, durable food for travel and hunting. Nutritionally, it retains many of the berry's beneficial compounds, including anthocyanins which give it a vibrant color, without the need for added sugars or preservatives.