Jackfruit

About This Food

The jackfruit tree is native to Southeast Asia, yet it is related to the more widely found fig and mulberry trees. Jackfruits are the largest known fruits, growing up to 100 pounds in size. Within each pod bears a multitude of edible flowers and seeds making the jackfruit one of the most complex and dense fruits available.

With its distinctive smell and hybrid of textures and flavors, jackfruit is both versatile and unique. The seeds are also edible and often used for an alternative flour or roasted for a simple snack. Depending on its ripeness, jackfruits can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. When unripe, they can be used in place of meat. In fact, pulled “pork” jackfruit is a common dish.

Low in calories and carbohydrates, jackfruit is considered a healthy substitute for starchy vegetables in curries and stews. It is also a good source of vitamin C and potassium.

Special diets
  • Autoimmune Paleo Diet
  • Elimination Diet
  • Gluten-Free Diet
  • Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free Diet
  • Grain-Free Diet
  • Low Histamine Diet
  • Low Oxalate Diet
  • Paleo Diet (Light)
  • Paleo Diet (Strict)
  • Pescetarian Diet
  • Primal Diet
  • Vegetarian Diet
  • Whole Food
Benefits
Excellent Source of
Good Source of
  • Magnesium
  • Potassium
  • VitaminC
  • Riboflavin
  • Manganese
Preferences
  • No Fish
  • No Red Meat
  • No Pork
  • No Eggs
  • No Shellfish
  • No Gluten
  • No Nuts
  • No Seeds
  • No Soy
  • No Dairy
  • No Poultry
  • No Corn
  • No Yeast
  • No Peanuts
  • No Grains
  • No Molds
  • No Legumes
  • No Nightshade
  • No Citrus
  • No Coconut
  • No Pseudograins
  • Low Cholesterol
  • Low Fat
  • Low Sodium
  • Low Saturated Fat
Nutrition Information

Serving size: 1 cup(s)

Calories: 142

Omega-6 / Omega-3 ratio: 3 : 1

Macronutrients
Amount
Total Fat
0.45 g
Saturated Fat
0.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.07 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.13 g
Trans Fat
0 g
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
36 g
ALA
36 mg
EPA, DHA
0 mg, 0 mg
EPA
0 mg,
DHA
0 mg,
Conjugated Linoleic Acid(CLA)
0 mg
Cholesterol
0 mg
Total Carbohydrate
36.26 g
Net Carbohydrate
33.84 g
Sugars
28.81 g
Fiber
2.42 g
Protein
2.22 g
Sugar Alcohols
0 g
Macronutrients
Amount
% Daily Value*
Vitamin A
448.47 IU
9%
Vitamin C
10.12 mg
17%
Vitamin D
0 IU
0%
Vitamin E
0.51 IU
2%
Vitamin B6
0.16 mg
8%
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
0%
Vitamin K
0 mg
0%
Folate
21.14 mcg
5%
Niacin
0.6 mg
3%
Riboflavin
0.17 mg
10%
Thiamin
0.05 mg
3%
Choline
0 mg
0%
Minerals
Calcium
51.34 mg
5%
Copper
0 mg
0%
Iron
0.91 mg
5%
Magnesium
55.87 mg
14%
Manganese
0.3 mg
15%
Phosphorous
54.36 mg
5%
Potassium
457.53 mg
13%
Selenium
0.91 mcg
1%
Sodium
4.53 mg
0%
Zinc
0.63 mg
4%
Phytonutrients
Alpha-carotene
9.06 mcg
Beta-carotene
92.11 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin
7.55 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin
237.07 mcg
Lycopene
0 mcg
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