Strawberry is an aggregate fruit (it is not actually a berry). It is bright red in color and has dimples aka “achene” on its surface. A mature red strawberry is juicy in texture and sweet in taste.
France was the first country to cultivate strawberry in strawberry gardens. But now, many countries produce strawberry. China is the leading producer of strawberries followed by USA.
Color, flavor, size, shape and weight all depend on the variety of the strawberry and the season of harvest. Average size of a strawberry can be 2 inches.
Scientific name of Strawberries
Fragaria Ananassa
Other names of Strawberries
- Fresa
- Fraise
- Earthberry
Calories by source in Strawberries
- Calories by carbohydrate in Strawberries = 85%
- Calories by fat in Strawberries = 8%
- Calories by protein in Strawberries = 7%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Strawberries
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Strawberries = 73%
- Saturated fat (SFA) in Strawberries = 7%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Strawberries = 20%
Nutrition facts of Strawberries
*Serving size = 100 grams = 3.55 Ounces = 1/2 cup
*DV= % Daily Value (%DV indicates how much nutrients contribute to a person’s daily diet from a serving of a food. DV assists you in determining whether or not a serving of food is high or low in a particular nutrient.)
| Nutrient | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 32 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 0.3 | GRAM | 0% |
| Protein | 0.67 | GRAM | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 7.68 | GRAM | 3% |
Detailed vitamin profile of Strawberries, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart.
Detailed mineral profile of Strawberries, Sodium(Na), Calcium(Ca), Copper(Cu), Iron(Fe), Magnesium(Mg), Selenium(Se), Phosphorus(P), Potassium(K) and Zinc(Zn) is shown the chart.
Check freshness in Strawberries
- Undamaged skin (avoid nail marks)
- Should not be squishy. Should be firm, plump and bright red in color
- Strawberries should not have a sour or acidic smell
- Should not have molds and brown patches
- If the strawberry has stem attached to it, look for a lush, fresh green colored leaf.
- Old strawberries will become dark red in color and the stem will start drying along with the leaf
Availability of Strawberries
- Generally available round the year
- The Seasons of strawberry depend on the geographical location and the variety being cultivated
- “Ever-bearing” strawberry variety mostly produces strawberry all round the year and “June-bearing” strawberry variety will bear the fruit in summer
How to store Strawberries
- Strawberries are highly perishable fruits due to its continuous ripening even after harvesting
- Avoid heat and sunlight while storing strawberries
- Refrigerated strawberries can last for a week
- In room temperature, strawberries can be stored for a day
- Strawberries can be frozen for up-to an year
- Make sure not to wash the strawberries, as residue water on the surface of the strawberry might make the strawberry rot while being stored in the fridge
Complete nutrition facts of Strawberries
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