Longan
The 'dragon eye' fruit, a smaller, more musky relative of the lychee.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of longan for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 60 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 60 kcal | 60 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 1.3 g | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 15.1 g | 15.1 g | 25.2 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Fibre | 1.1 g | 1.1 g | 1.8 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of longan, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin C | 84 mg | 84 mg | 93% |
| Thiamin | 0.031 mg | 0.031 mg | 3% |
| Riboflavin | 0.14 mg | 0.14 mg | 11% |
| Niacin | 0.3 mg | 0.3 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 1 mg | 1 mg | <1% |
| Iron | 0.13 mg | 0.13 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 10 mg | 10 mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 21 mg | 21 mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 266 mg | 266 mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.05 mg | 0.05 mg | <1% |
| Copper | 0.17 mg | 0.17 mg | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.052 mg | 0.052 mg | 2% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Longans, raw
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat longan?
- Very high vitamin C per 100 g.
- Naturally sweet snack straight from the shell.
How to include it
- Peel and eat fresh.
- Simmer into light dessert soups.
Things to consider
- Dried longan is far more concentrated in sugar.
- Short season and often expensive.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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