Quince
A hard, fragrant autumn fruit that turns rosy and sweet when cooked.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of quince, raw for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g raw — 57 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 57 kcal | 57 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 0.4 g | 0.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 15.3 g | 26.8 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Fibre | 1.9 g | 1.9 g | 3.3 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of quince, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 2 µg | 2 µg | <1% |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg | 15 mg | 17% |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg | 0.02 mg | 2% |
| Riboflavin | 0.03 mg | 0.03 mg | 2% |
| Niacin | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg | 0.04 mg | 2% |
| Folate | 3 µg | 3 µg | <1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.081 mg | 0.081 mg | 2% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 11 mg | 11 mg | <1% |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 0.7 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 8 mg | 8 mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 17 mg | 17 mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 197 mg | 197 mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 4 mg | <1% |
| Zinc | 0.04 mg | 0.04 mg | <1% |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 0.6 µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.13 mg | 0.13 mg | 14% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Quinces, 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 quince?
- Cooks into a naturally sweet compote with little added sugar.
- Good vitamin C and fibre.
How to include it
- Poach in water with cinnamon and lemon.
- Roast alongside pork or lamb.
Things to consider
- Inedible raw — it must be cooked.
- Traditional quince paste is mostly sugar.
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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