At a glance
- 0.2 g protein and 111 calories per 1 medium (182 g).
- 0.2 g protein per 100 calories: #519 of 536 foods in our USDA list, #45 of 47 in fruit.
- 3.8 g fiber and 0 mg sodium per serving.
What is apple like to eat?
Apples are crisp, sweet-tart fruit available year-round in many varieties. They are an easy snack on their own and pair well with cheese, nut butter and yogurt.
How can you eat more apple?
Try this
Slice and dip in peanut butterPair with cheddar cheeseDice into oatmeal with cinnamonAdd to a salad with walnutsIs apple good on a GLP-1?
Raw apples are crunchy, so on gentle days thin slices or unsweetened applesauce may be easier. Protein density matters more when your appetite is small: see protein on a GLP-1.
How does apple compare?
| Food | Serving | Protein | Calories | Protein per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | 1 medium | 0.2 g | 111 | 0.2 g |
| Banana | 1 medium | 0.8 g | 114 | 0.7 g |
| Peanut butter | 2 tbsp | 7.7 g | 188 | 4.1 g |
| Cheddar cheese | 1 oz | 6.5 g | 114 | 5.7 g |
Close to apple per calorie: dates (0.6 g).
Compare more foods with the protein finder, or see protein in every food we cover.
What should you look for when you buy it?
Store apples in the fridge to keep them crisp longer, and choose varieties by whether you want sweet or tart.
What's the full nutrition for apple?
| Nutrient | Per 1 medium (182 g) | Per 100 g | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 111 | 61 | |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.1 g | |
| Saturated fat | Not listed | Not listed | |
| Carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 14.8 g | |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 2.1 g | 14% |
| Sugar | 20.6 g | 11.3 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 7 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 0.06 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | Not listed | Not listed | |
| Vitamin D | Not listed | Not listed |
USDA FoodData Central, Foundation: "Apples, gala, with skin, raw". % Daily Value uses the FDA's values for adults (protein 50 g, fiber 28 g, sodium 2,300 mg). "Not listed" means USDA didn't measure it for this food, not that it's zero. Brands differ, so check your label.
