Tangerines are smaller and less rounded versions of common orange. It has much more sweeter and less sour taste when compared to oranges.
Ripe tangerines are orange in color and have thin skin.
A tangerine has a diameter of 2 -2.5 inches (5-6.3 cm) and can weigh up-to 80-90 grams (2.8- 3.2 Ounces).
Scientific name of Tangerine
Citrus Tangerina
Other names of Tangerine
- Tangerina
Calories by source in Tangerine
- Calories by carbohydrate in Tangerine = 89%
- Calories by fat in Tangerine = 5%
- Calories by protein in Tangerine = 6%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Tangerine
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Tangerine = 40%
- Saturated fat (SFA) in Tangerine = 24%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Tangerine = 36%
Nutrition facts of Tangerine
*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 | 53 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 0.31 | GRAM | 0% |
| Protein | 0.81 | GRAM | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 13.34 | GRAM | 5% |
Detailed vitamin profile of Tangerine, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart.
Detailed mineral profile of Tangerine, 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 Tangerine
- Undamaged, slightly soft to firm, deep orange skin
- Should not be squishy. Should be dense and heavy for its size
- Should not be brownish in color
- Should not have spots and soggy texture
- A slight green color near the stem is also acceptable.
Availability of Tangerine
- Tangerine season ranges from autumn to spring
- Availability depends on the geographical location and the variety of tangerine being grown
- Some European countries have the season from November to June
How to store Tangerine
- Tangerines can be stored in room temperature for 3-4 days
- Avoid heat and direct sunlight
- Refrigerated tangerines can last for 2 weeks
- peeled tangerines can be stored in fridge for 3-4 days
- Some of the organic tangerines varieties can be stored in the fridge for 5-7 days only. Please consult the store owner about the variety and storage recommendations
Complete nutrition facts of Tangerine
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