Strawberries, canned
Common food
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Canned strawberries are whole or sliced berries preserved in a sweet syrup, offering a soft, yielding texture and a concentrated, jammy sweetness. They deliver a quick source of carbohydrates (23.53g per 100g), primarily from added sugars, with minimal protein or fat.
Calorie split: 2% protein · 95% carbs · 2% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love canned strawberries for their intense, consistent sweetness and soft texture, which makes them a nostalgic and convenient topping for desserts, yogurt, and oatmeal. They are a staple in home baking and quick desserts across many cultures.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (21.83g per 100g) can contribute to blood-sugar spikes, making them less suitable for those managing diabetes or watching sugar intake. To counteract this, pair them with protein (like Greek yogurt) or healthy fats (like nuts) to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates.
- Offers dietary fiber (1.7g per 100g) for digestive health.
- Contains vitamin C, an antioxidant, though less than fresh.
- Has a long shelf life for convenient use.
- Ready-to-eat, requiring no washing or preparation.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The process of canning strawberries was popularized in the 19th century, and the syrup they are packed in often contains a small amount of lemon juice to preserve color and balance sweetness.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 75.3 g |
| Energy | 92.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.56 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.26 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 23.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 13.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.49 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 8.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 12.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 86.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 4.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.09 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.06 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.30 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 31.7 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.03 mg |
| Niacin | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.05 mg |
| Folate, total | 28.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 28.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 28.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 3.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 16.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 18.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.19 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.01 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.13 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Strawberries, raw — USDA does not publish this profile for Strawberries.
| Tryptophan | 0.01 g |
| Threonine | 0.02 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.02 g |
| Leucine | 0.03 g |
| Lysine | 0.03 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.02 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.02 g |
| Valine | 0.02 g |
| Arginine | 0.03 g |
| Histidine | 0.01 g |
| Alanine | 0.03 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.15 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.10 g |
| Glycine | 0.03 g |
| Proline | 0.02 g |
| Serine | 0.03 g |
FAQ
Are canned strawberries as nutritious as fresh ones?
They retain some vitamins and fiber but are significantly higher in added sugars and have lower levels of heat-sensitive nutrients like vitamin C compared to fresh strawberries.
Can I use the canning syrup in recipes?
Yes, the syrup is a sweet strawberry-flavored liquid that can be reduced into a sauce, used in cocktails, or added to smoothies for extra sweetness.
How should I store opened canned strawberries?
Transfer any unused portion to a covered container and refrigerate. They will keep for about 3-4 days.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.92 kcal/g · 2% calories from protein · 1.7 g fiber · 21.8 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.05 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.