Red currant belongs to the Gooseberry family, traditionally grown in moderate climates and includes a multitude of antioxidants, vitamins, especially vitamin C, as well as vitamins B and vitamin K; and minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, and iron.
Finally, due to its healing properties, red currant is used not only in culinary dishes but also in traditional medicine, promoting immune system strengthening and overall health improvement.
Nutritional Value
In terms of macronutrients, red currant consists mainly of carbohydrates, predominantly simple sugars, which give it a sweet taste.
Although these carbohydrates provide a quick source of energy, the glycemic index of red currant remains relatively low, making it a suitable choice for many dietary plans.
In terms of calories, red currant is considered low in calories, providing only about 63 calories per 100 grams of the product.
In the same amount, there is approximately 1.6 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat.
100 g of red currant contains approximately 7.3 g of carbohydrates, of which 2.3 g are dietary fibers.
