Raisins

 

Raisins may be small, but they contain potassium to make a big impact. Potassium supports a healthy nervous system and happy mood.

What nutrients in raisins boost mood?
  •  Antioxidants
  •  Natural Fruit Sugars
  •  Potassium

 

*When eaten as part of a healthy varied diet.

How To Store And Prepare

Store
  •  Fridge

Top Tip: Keep your raisins from clumping in an airtight container, or even in the fridge for freshness..

Prep
  •  Toss
  •  Bake

Top Tip: Raisins add a sweet touch to savoury dishes like rice, curry and even fresh veggies.

When Are They In Season?

Raisins are available all year-round.

 

How Much Should You Eat?

The recommended amount of fruit you should eat is 2 serves per day.

(Source: Australian Dietary Guidelines, 2013)

1.5 tablespoons of raisins (30g) count as 1 serve of fruit.

Did you know?

Early Greeks and Romans awarded raisins as prizes in sporting events.

Nutrition Information Panel

Serving size: 30g (1.5tb)

  Av QTY Per serve %DI* Av QTY per 100g
Moisture 6.3g   21g
Energy 363kJ 4% 1210kJ
Protein 1g 2% 3.3g
Total fat 0.2g <1% 0.5g
Saturated fat 0.1g <1% 0.2g
Total
Carbohydrates
20.6g 7% 68.7g
Sugars 20.1g 22% 68.7g
Sodium 3mg <1% 10mg
Potassium 204mg   680mg
Total
polyphenols^
320mg
GAE
  1070mg
GAE
Beta-carotene
eq
9ug   30ug

Source: Aust Food Comp Data or ^ USDA
*based on an average adult diet of 8700 kJ
“<” means less than
GAE means Gallic Acid Equivalents

How Much Should You Eat?

The recommended amount of fruit you should eat is 2 serves per day.

(Source: Australian Dietary Guidelines, 2013)

1.5 tablespoons of raisins (30g) count as 1 serve of fruit.

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