Starfruit Juice
Starfruit juice is a refreshing, tangy beverage made from the juice of the carambola fruit, commonly enjoyed in tropical regions like Southeast Asia, India, and parts of the Caribbean. It typically involves blending or pressing ripe starfruit, often with a bit of water or sweetener to balance its natural tartness.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Starfruit juice is low in fat and protein but provides a good source of carbohydrates, primarily from natural sugars. It is rich in vitamin C and offers a decent amount of potassium, with a typical serving containing around 40-60 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 50 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.3 mg |
| Copper | 0.15 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, starfruit is a popular street fruit in many tropical countries, and its juice is often sold fresh from roadside stalls. Nutritionally, it's unique for its high oxalate content, which gives it a distinctive tart flavor but requires caution for individuals with certain health conditions.
