Apricot vs. Kumquat
Nutrition comparison of Apricot and Kumquat
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
apricot
versus
kumquat
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in apricot and kumquat:
- Apricot has more beta-carotene than kumquat, however, kumquat contains more alpha-carotene than apricot.
- Apricot has signficantly more Vitamin A than kumquat.
- Apricot is a great source of potassium.
- Kumquat is an excellent source of Vitamin C, calcium and dietary fiber.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Apricot (Apricots, raw) and Kumquat (Kumquats, raw) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Apricot has 32% less calories than kumquat - kumquat has 71 calories per 100 grams and apricot has 48 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, apricot is heavier in carbs, lighter in fat and similar to kumquat for protein. Apricot has a macronutrient ratio of 11:83:7 and for kumquat, 10:78:12 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Apricot | Kumquat | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 11% | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 83% | 78% |
| Fat | 7% | 12% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Kumquat and apricot contain similar amounts of carbs - kumquat has 15.9g of total carbs per 100 grams and apricot has 11.1g of carbohydrates.
The carbs in kumquat are made of 59% sugar and 41% dietary fiber, whereas the carbs in apricot comprise of 82% sugar and 18% dietary fiber.
dietary fiber
Kumquat is an excellent source of dietary fiber and it has 225% more dietary fiber than apricot - kumquat has 6.5g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and apricot has 2g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Kumquat and apricot contain similar amounts of sugar - kumquat has 9.4g of sugar per 100 grams and apricot has 9.2g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Kumquat and apricot contain similar amounts of protein - kumquat has 1.9g of protein per 100 grams and apricot has 1.4g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Both kumquat and apricot are low in saturated fat - kumquat has 0.1g of saturated fat per 100 grams and apricot has 0.03g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Kumquat is an excellent source of Vitamin C and it has 339% more Vitamin C than apricot - kumquat has 43.9mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and apricot has 10mg of Vitamin C.
Vitamin A
Apricot has signficantly more Vitamin A than kumquat - kumquat has 15ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and apricot has 96ug of Vitamin A.
Vitamin E
Kumquat and apricot contain similar amounts of Vitamin E - kumquat has 0.15mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and apricot has 0.89mg of Vitamin E.
Vitamin K
Apricot and kumquat contain similar amounts of Vitamin K - apricot has 3.3ug of Vitamin K per 100 grams and kumquat does not contain significant amounts.
The B Vitamins
Both apricot and kumquat contain significant amounts of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, Vitamin B6 and folate.
| Apricot | Kumquat | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.03 MG | 0.037 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.04 MG | 0.09 MG |
| Niacin | 0.6 MG | 0.429 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.24 MG | 0.208 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054 MG | 0.036 MG |
| Folate | 9 UG | 17 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Kumquat is an excellent source of calcium and it has 377% more calcium than apricot - kumquat has 62mg of calcium per 100 grams and apricot has 13mg of calcium.
iron
Kumquat has 121% more iron than apricot - kumquat has 0.86mg of iron per 100 grams and apricot has 0.39mg of iron.
potassium
Apricot is a great source of potassium and it has 39% more potassium than kumquat - kumquat has 186mg of potassium per 100 grams and apricot has 259mg of potassium.
Antioxidants and Phytonutrients
flavonoids
Naturally occuring in fruits and vegetables, flavonoids are associated with many health benefits and used in a variety of medicinal and pharmaceutical applications. [2][3]
For specific flavonoid compounds, apricot has more kaempferol and quercetin than kumquat per 100 grams, however, kumquat contains more apigenin than apricot per 100 grams.
| Apricot | Kumquat | |
|---|---|---|
| kaempferol | 0.63 mg | ~ |
| Quercetin | 1.63 mg | ~ |
| apigenin | ~ | 21.87 mg |
carotenoids
Carotenoids are micronutrients commonly found in plants and some animal products. An example is beta-carotene, the notable carotenoid which is a popular source of Vitamin A.[4][5]
For specific types of carotenoids, apricot has more beta-carotene than kumquat per 100 grams, however, kumquat contains more alpha-carotene than apricot per 100 grams. Both apricot and kumquat contain significant amounts of lutein + zeaxanthin.
| Apricot | Kumquat | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 1094 UG | ~ |
| alpha-carotene | 19 UG | 155 UG |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | 89 UG | 129 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, both apricot and kumquat contain significant amounts of linoleic acid.
| Apricot | Kumquat | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.077 G | 0.124 G |
| Total | 0.077 G | 0.124 G |
Customize your serving size
The comparison below is by common portions, e.g. cups, packages. You can also see a more concrete comparison by weight at equal weight (by grams) comparison.
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FAQ
Does kumquat or apricot contain more calories in 100 grams?Apricot has 30% less calories than kumquat - kumquat has 71 calories in 100g and apricot has 48 calories.
Does kumquat or apricot have more carbohydrates?
By weight, kumquat and apricot contain similar amounts of carbs - kumquat has 15.9g of carbs for 100g and apricot has 11.1g of carbohydrates. the carbs in kumquat are made of 60% sugar and 40% dietary fiber, whereas the carbs in apricot comprise of 80% sugar and 20% dietary fiber.
Does kumquat or apricot contain more calcium?
Kumquat is a rich source of calcium and it has 380% more calcium than apricot - kumquat has 62mg of calcium in 100 grams and apricot has 13mg of calcium.