Ocean Spray cranberries

Ocean Spray cranberries

57 kcal per 100 g

Category: Fruits

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 57 kcal
Protein 0.7g
Carbohydrates 14.5g
Sugars 10g
Total fats 0.3g
Fiber 2.4g

Vitamins and minerals

Folate 6mcg
Potassium 77mg
Vitamin C 9.7mg
Vitamin K 19.3mcg

Description

Ocean Spray Cranberries are a variety of high-quality cranberries, recognized for their sweet and slightly acidic flavor and firm texture, making them ideal for use in both sweet and savory recipes. These small, deep blue fruits come from crops carefully selected and managed by Ocean Spray, a leader in the fresh and processed fruit market.

The cranberry is native to North America, where it grows in temperate climates, primarily in the United States and Canada. Ocean Spray has developed sustainable agricultural techniques to guarantee fresh fruit with an excellent nutritional profile year-round.

Regarding their properties, Ocean Spray cranberries are rich in antioxidants, especially anthocyanins, which help combat oxidative stress. They also provide vitamins C and K, dietary fiber, and minerals like manganese. They are a healthy ingredient that adds color and flavor to juices, desserts, salads, smoothies, and sauces.

In different Hispanic American countries, the cranberry may also be known as mirtillo (although this is less common) or simply blueberry. In some regions, terms like blueberry may be used in imported or adapted recipes.

Including Ocean Spray cranberries in your recipes guarantees a fresh and nutritious touch, ideal for enhancing any culinary preparation.