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Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt

Fruits Per 100 g · Per 100g serving

Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt is a fruit at 76.0 calories per 100g. This fruit is virtually fat-free. Fruits are naturally rich in vitamins, dietary fiber, and antioxidants. They are an important part of a balanced diet and contribute to daily micronutrient needs. Our database tracks 63 nutrients for this food, plus insulin index, environmental footprint data.

76.0
Calories
kcal
0.18
Protein
g
0.18
Fat
g
19.9
Carbs
g
1.2
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

💪
Carbohydrate
19.9 g
15% DV
💎
Copper
0.04 mg
5% DV
💎
Iron
0.35 mg
4% DV

Data for 63 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 8
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water SR79.6g
2%
Calories SR76.0kcal
Energy (kJ) SR318kj
Protein SR0.18g
0%
Total Fat SR0.18g
Carbohydrate SR19.9g
15%
Fiber SR1.2g
3%
Ash SR0.14g
Minerals 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium SR4.0mg
0%
Iron SR0.35mg
4%
Magnesium SR3.0mg
1%
Phosphorus SR7.0mg
1%
Potassium SR61.0mg
2%
Sodium SR28.0mg
2%
Zinc SR0.04mg
0%
Copper SR0.04mg
5%
Manganese SR0.07mg
3%
Selenium SR0.30µg
0%
Vitamins 16
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) SR11.0µg
1%
Vitamin A (IU) SR1.0IU
Retinol SR0µg
Vitamin C SR1.7mg
2%
Vitamin D SR0µg
Vitamin D (IU) SR0IU
Thiamin (B1) SR0.01mg
1%
Riboflavin (B2) SR0.03mg
2%
Niacin (B3) SR0.19mg
1%
Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR0.05mg
1%
Vitamin B6 SR0.03mg
2%
Folate SR1.0µg
0%
Folic Acid SR0µg
Folate (food) SR1.0µg
Folate (DFE) SR1.0µg
Vitamin B12 SR0µg
Fatty Acids 5
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat SR0.03g
Monounsaturated Fat SR0.007g
Polyunsaturated Fat SR0.05g
Trans Fat SR0g
Cholesterol SR0mg
Individual Fatty Acids 6
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Lauric Acid (12:0) SR0.001g
Myristic Acid (14:0) SR0.001g
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR0.03g
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR0.004g
Linoleic Acid (18:2) SR0.04g
0%
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0.009g
Amino Acids 18
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan SR0.002g
Threonine SR0.007g
Isoleucine SR0.007g
Leucine SR0.01g
Lysine SR0.01g
Methionine SR0.002g
Cystine SR0.002g
Phenylalanine SR0.005g
Tyrosine SR0.003g
Valine SR0.008g
Arginine SR0.006g
Histidine SR0.003g
Alanine SR0.007g
Aspartic Acid SR0.03g
Glutamic Acid SR0.02g
Glycine SR0.007g
Proline SR0.006g
Serine SR0.007g

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

14
NRF9.3 Score
Moderate · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Fresh Fruits” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Key insights
Vitamin C loses up to 30% when sautéed. Baked retains 80%.
Folate loses up to 50% when sautéed. Baked retains 60%.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Insulin Response

The Insulin Index (II) measures the actual insulin response to food on a scale where white bread = 100. Unlike the Glycemic Index (which only measures blood sugar), the II captures the full hormonal response — including the effect of protein and fat on insulin secretion. This is why high-protein foods like meat and dairy can have significant insulin scores despite having low or zero GI values.

73
Insulin Index
High Insulin Response
Insulin Index Scale 73
0 Low ≤30 Mod ≤60 High ≤100 120
Macro Model ●● Estimated from macronutrient composition (R²=0.49)

Source: Holt et al. 1997; Bao et al. 2016; Bell 2014

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Other Fruit” category.

1.1
kg CO₂e / kg
Low Impact
1.4
m² land / kg
Land Use
153
L water / kg
Water Use
4.8
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions1.1 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use1.4 m² / kg
Water Use153 L / kg
Eutrophication3.6 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification4.8 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Fruits

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Fruits” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
Dominican Republic
618
2.
Oman
424
3.
Uganda
422
4.
Guyana
416
5.
Sao Tome and Principe
366
6.
Saudi Arabia
352
7.
Papua New Guinea
317
8.
Dominica
308
9.
Albania
293
10.
Ghana
286

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+38%
1961: 93 kcal2023: 128 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt?

Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt contains 76.0 kcal per 100 grams, making it a low-calorie food. The energy comes from 0.18g of protein (1% of calories), 0.18g of fat (2%), and 19.9g of carbohydrates (105%). Carbohydrates are the primary energy source.

What is Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt is Carbohydrate, providing 19.9 g per 100g (15% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Copper (5% DV). Our database tracks 63 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt high in protein?

At 0.18g per 100 grams, Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt is not a significant source of protein. Pair with protein-rich foods like legumes, meat, fish, or dairy to meet daily protein needs.

How much fiber is in Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt?

Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt contains 1.2g of fiber per 100 grams, which is a small amount. To increase fiber intake, consider pairing with high-fiber foods such as legumes, whole grains, or vegetables.

What is the insulin index of Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt?

Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt has a high insulin response (II: 73) (estimated from macronutrient composition) on the insulin index scale (white bread = 100). Foods with high insulin scores stimulate significant insulin release, which may be relevant for blood sugar management. Note that the insulin index can differ substantially from the glycemic index — dairy products and high-protein foods often have higher insulin responses than their GI would suggest.