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Kroger, MANDARIN ORANGES IN LIGHT SYRUP
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* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 80 MG | 6% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 MG | 6% | |
| Potassium, K | 416 MG | 9% | |
| Sodium, Na | 13 MG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 71 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.4g per 100g).
About MANDARIN ORANGES IN LIGHT SYRUP
Kroger Mandarin Oranges in Light Syrup is a canned citrus fruit product from the Kroger brand, packed in a light sugar-water syrup rather than the juice-pack variant. The formulation is extremely simple: mandarin oranges, water, sugar, ascorbic acid (to promote color retention), and citric acid. No artificial additives, preservatives, or colors beyond ascorbic acid are present.
Light syrup indicates a lower sugar concentration than heavy syrup, providing sweetness while keeping caloric density lower than heavy-syrup alternatives. The sugar adds modest additional calories compared to the juice-pack versions. The ascorbic acid prevents enzymatic browning of the citrus segments.
At 71 calories per 113 gram serving with 16.81 grams of carbohydrates, 0.44 grams of fat, and no protein or fiber declared, this is a light, moderately sweet canned fruit option. The minimal fat figure (0.44 grams) is unusual for a pure fruit product and may reflect trace lipids in the canning process. No allergens are present. This product is vegan, gluten-free, and suitable for clean-label diets. It works well as a dessert component, salad topping, or standalone snack. Those preferring no added sugar should choose the 100% juice versions instead.
Ingredients
MANDARIN ORANGES, WATER, SUGAR, ASCORBIC ACID (TO PROMOTE COLOR RETENTION), CITRIC ACID.
Dietary Information
MANDARIN ORANGES IN LIGHT SYRUP is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 71 calories per 100 grams, MANDARIN ORANGES IN LIGHT SYRUP gets 0% of its calories from protein, 95% from carbohydrates, and 6% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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