Pears, raw, bosc (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
* 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 2.8 MG | 3% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Niacin | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Folate, total | 7 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 5.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 5.2 UG | 4% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 10 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 7 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 14 MG | 1% | |
| Potassium, K | 122 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 12% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0 UG | 0% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 67 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.1g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (3.1g per 100g).
About Pears, raw, bosc (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
Bosc pears have a distinct russeted brown skin and a longer, narrower shape than Anjou or Bartlett. They stay firmer than other pears even when ripe, which makes them good for cooking since they hold together when poached or baked. The flavor runs slightly more complex and less sweet than Bartlett. Fiber content is comparable to other pear varieties. The neck-check test works here too: press gently near the stem end, and a small amount of give means it is ready.
Dietary Information
Pears, raw, bosc (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 67 calories per 100 grams, Pears, raw, bosc (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) gets 2% of its calories from protein, 96% from carbohydrates, and 1% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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