382 kcal P 13.5g C 68.7g F 5.89g
🍎 Fruits and Fruit Juices
Calories in Kiwifruit, green
This fuzzy berry produces an enzyme that literally digests the proteins in your mouth.
58 kcal
What makes kiwifruit so powerful?
Though strongly associated with New Zealand, kiwifruit is actually native to China, where it was known as "macaque peach" (mihoutao) and traditionally gathered from the wild. It wasn't commercially cultivated until the early 20th century, when seeds were brought to New Zealand. The fruit was initially called "Chinese gooseberry" before being rebranded as "kiwifruit" in the 1950s to align with the country's national bird and improve export appeal. Beyond its marketing history, green kiwifruit contains a unique cysteine protease enzyme called actinidin. This enzyme breaks down proteins, which is why eating kiwifruit often leaves a tingling or stinging sensation on the tongue and lips—it is literally digesting the surface proteins in your mouth. This same protein-dissolving property makes green kiwifruit an effective natural meat tenderizer and explains why raw kiwifruit prevents gelatin from setting in desserts. Actinidin also continues to break down milk proteins, meaning fresh kiwifruit mixed into dairy will rapidly develop bitter, off-flavors if not consumed quickly.
Protein-digesting enzyme
Actinidin breaks down proteins, causing a tingling sensation when eaten and naturally tenderizing meat.
Native to China
Originally known as "macaque peach," it was renamed for marketing purposes after being cultivated in New Zealand.
Ruins gelatin desserts
The actinidin enzyme actively prevents gelatin from setting, making raw kiwifruit incompatible with Jell-O.
💡 When & how to use it
To avoid the mouth-tingling effect of actinidin, lightly cook the fruit or pair it with foods that buffer the enzyme, like oatmeal. If using green kiwifruit as a meat tenderizer, mash the flesh and apply it to tough cuts for no more than 30 minutes before cooking; leaving it on too long will make the meat mealy. When adding to yogurt or milk, consume immediately to prevent the enzyme from creating bitter flavors. Store unripe kiwis at room temperature, and refrigerate once soft.
Calories by Serving Size
100g
58 kcal
P 1.06g C 14g F 0.44g
1 RACC (140g)
81 kcal
P 1.5g C 19.6g F 0.6g
200g
116 kcal
P 2.1g C 28g F 0.9g
50g
29 kcal
P 0.5g C 7g F 0.2g
Full Nutrition Facts
Per 100g — daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100g
Calories 58
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.44g 1%
Sodium 5mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 14g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Protein 1.06g 2%
Vitamin C 74.7mg 83%
Calcium 35mg 3%
Iron 0.24mg 1%
Potassium 198mg 4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
How does Kiwifruit fit your daily goals?
12 min
Walking to burn 58 kcal
3%
of 2,000 kcal daily goal
1.06g
protein (2% of daily 50g)
34
servings until 2,000 kcal
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Kiwifruit, green?
Kiwifruit, green contains 58 calories per 100g. A standard serving of 1 RACC (140g) provides 81 calories. It is a moderate-calorie food that can fit into most healthy diets.
How much protein does Kiwifruit, green have?
Kiwifruit, green provides 1.06g of protein per 100g, which is 2% of the 50g daily recommended value. It is not a primary protein source.
How many carbs are in Kiwifruit, green?
Kiwifruit, green contains 14g of carbohydrates per 100g . It also provides 3g of dietary fiber.
Is Kiwifruit, green good for weight loss?
Kiwifruit, green has 58 kcal per 100g, which is relatively moderate. It can fit into a weight-loss diet as long as portion sizes are managed. Its fiber content (3g/100g) also promotes fullness.
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