Pomelo is an evergreen citrus tree. Also called Pompelmus and Sheddock, its fruit tastes like a cross between lime and grapefruit. The low calorie content of the pomelo allows you to make diet menus with it.
Calorie content of pomelo
Calorie content of pomelo
The pamela fruit has a pleasant taste and aroma. Like any citrus fruit, it contains little sugar and carbohydrates, which is why the pomelo has a low energy value. Calorie content of a pomelo weighing 800 gr. is 140 kcal. But it also depends on the variety and type in which it is used. The number of calories in a pomelo (in 100 grams):
- fresh - 32.26;
- with peel - 32.58;
- variety Pompelius - 37.83;
- fruit without peel - 35.61;
- citrus juice - 41.33;
- dried - 302.83;
- candied fruits - 223.37;
- dried fruit - 275.27.
BJD content (in 100 grams):
- proteins - 0.74;
- fats - 0.07;
- carbohydrates - 8.73;
- dietary fiber - 1.13.
It is useful to eat no more than 150 grams. 3 p. per week in the absence of allergies. Do not eat pomelo too often and in large quantities for children.
Pomelo composition
The whole pomelo contains vitamins of group B1, B2, B5, A, H, C and PP. Product chemical composition:
- sodium;
- phosphorus;
- potassium;
- iron;
- calcium;
- cellulose;
- essential oils.
This fruit is especially useful for hypertensive patients. Also, due to the high content of vitamin C, it effectively enhances the immune system. This fruit helps to improve blood circulation, prevents blood clots and cholesterol plaques in the vessels.
Pomelo when losing weight
The benefit of pomelo is that it breaks down fats and proteins, therefore it is often used in dietary nutrition. The pulp of this fruit can saturate the body for a long time.
It is not necessary to adhere to strict diets and fasting days. It is necessary to calculate kbzh and eat 250 grams 2-3 times a week. pomelo at lunchtime to prevent extra pounds. There are many recipes for low-calorie meals using pomelo.
Dishes with pomelo
Fruit is often used in salads
Basically, the fruit is eaten fresh as an addition to the main meal or as an independent snack. This fruit is often added to salads or desserts.
To prepare fruit salad you will need:
- pomelo - 300 gr.;
- almonds - 2 tbsp spoons;
- half a glass of fat-free sour cream or yogurt.
The fruit is peeled and peeled, each slice is cut into several parts. Mix and fill all the ingredients in a small container. It is especially good to serve this dish with cold tea or juice. Its calorie content is 103.4 kcal / 100 g.
Different types of citrus fruits go well in one dish. For the preparation of fruit salad use:
- pomelo - 0.8 kg.;
- orange - 0.2 kg.;
- tangerine - 50 gr.;
- low fat yogurt - 100 ml.
All pamela fruits are thoroughly washed and cut into pieces of the same size. Season with yogurt and leave in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. The calorie content of this salad is 60 kcal.
One of the most popular diet drinks is smoothies. It is prepared from natural and fresh ingredients:
- pomelo - 0.1 kg;
- green apple - 50 gr.;
- kiwi - 50 gr.;
- green grapes - 50 gr.
All fruits are washed, and pamela, apples and kiwi are peeled and cut into several pieces. Beat the ingredients with a blender. If desired, add oat or wheat bran. The calorie content of this drink is 84kcal / 100g.
Thanks to the low calorie content of 100 grams of pomelo, you can also prepare a low-calorie dessert that does not need to be baked. To prepare it, take:
- skim milk - 100 ml;
- low-fat cottage cheese - 200 gr.;
- fat-free sour cream - 100 ml;
- candied pomelo fruits - 70g.;
- vanillin.
Gelatin is diluted in milk and left for 15 minutes. Cottage cheese and sour cream are mixed and vanillin is added, candied fruits are finely chopped. Milk with swollen gelatin is heated without boiling. Then remove from heat, allow to cool for 5 minutes. and add cottage cheese and candied fruits.
All ingredients are well mixed in one vessel, laid out in molds and left to freeze overnight in the refrigerator. The calorie content of this dessert is 113 kilocalories.
Conclusion
Pomelo is a healthy fruit that contains vitamins, trace elements and bju necessary for the body. The fruit is not advisable for children, because it can be harmful, being a strong allergen.
The calorie content of 1 piece of pomelo fruit is about 160 kcal (depending on the size of the fruit), and its glycemic index is 30 units.