- Glossary
- Figs - sweet Mediterranean fruit
Figs - sweet Mediterranean fruit
Figs are sweet fruits of the common fig tree, one of the oldest cultivated trees. They have a pear shape, soft flesh full of tiny seeds, and a honey-sweet flavor. They are a rich source of fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. In Mediterranean cuisine, they are paired with cheeses, honey, and nuts.
- The fig tree is one of the oldest cultivated fruit trees in the world.
- Figs are a rich source of fiber, potassium, and antioxidants.
- They pair excellently with cheeses like gorgonzola or goat cheese.
- Dried figs have a higher concentration of sugars and minerals than fresh ones.
Nutritional values (100 g of product contains)
Energy
74 kcal
4 %
Proteins
750 mg
2 %
Fats
300 mg
< 1 %
Carbohydrates
19 g
7 %
Fiber
3 g
12 %
Salt
3 mg
0 %
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