What is Coconut? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Coconut?

The round coconut grows on a tree and has a hard grey/brown shell with hairs when it is mature. The meat on a mature coconut is dense and woody, though chewable. Young Thai coconuts are have a large green shell that is sometimes removed before buying. The meat is tender and the fruit is full of sweet coconut water. Coconuts have a white flesh inside that tastes sweet and tropical. Coconut is used in many Asian and Island dishes.

What does Coconut Taste Like?

Sweet

Sweet is one of the five main tastes. It has smooth and round notes in its flavor profile. Sweet is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including fruits, berries, winter squashes, sugarcane, and honey. The sweet taste in these foods is due to a higher sugar content. Sweetness is characteristic of desserts and is used as an accent in savory foods.

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Coconut Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Cup (shredded)80g

Cup (shredded) Coconut

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	283kcal	14%
Fats	26g	33%
Sat. fats	24g	109%
Mono. Fats	1g	2%
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	12g	4%
Sugars	5g	10%
Fiber	7g	25%
Proteins	2g	3%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	16mg	1%

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Anthony's Organic Shredded Coconut, 2 lb, Unsweetened, Gluten Free, Non GMO, Vegan, Keto Friendly

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Terrasoul Superfoods Organic Coconut Flakes, 2 Lbs (2 Pack) - Medium Flakes | Unsweetened | Perfect for Baking

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Vita Coco Coconut Water, Pure Organic | Refreshing Coconut Taste | Natural Electrolytes | Vital Nutrients | 11.1 Oz (Pack Of 12)

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Baker's Angel Flake Coconut Sweetened 7 Ounce

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Philippine Brand Dried Young Coconut Snacks, 18 Ounce

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Fresh Coconuts (Set Of 3)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Coconut?

1 Cup (shredded) of Coconut contains 2 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Coconut?

1 Cup (shredded) of Coconut contains 12 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Coconut?

1 Cup (shredded) of Coconut contains 26 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Coconut?

1 Cup (shredded) of Coconut contains 2 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 Cup (shredded) of Coconut?

There are 283 calories in 1 Cup (shredded) of Coconut.

How many calories are in 1 Medium unit of Coconut?

There are 1405 calories in 1 Medium unit of Coconut.

How many calories are in 1 Piece of Coconut?

There are 159 calories in 1 Piece of Coconut.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Coconut?

There are 100 calories in 1 oz of Coconut.