Mandarin Nutrition Facts
A 100 g serving of mandarin contains 53 kcal, 0.8g protein (lime), 0.3g fat (pink) and 13g carbohydrate (blue). It's a good source of fiber, with 11g natural sugar. Its other nutrient values are modest — see the full breakdown below.
Core Nutrients per 100 g
PER 100 G SERVINGThe six values MacroDrop shows on every meal card: energy, the three macros, fiber and sugars.
Extended Nutrients
PER 100 G SERVINGGrouped as in the app: lipids, minerals, vitamins and other compounds sit one level below the core six. Daily values follow the FDA 2,000 kcal reference.
Understanding Mandarin Nutrition
Mandarin is a nutrient-dense fruit prized for its natural sugars, fiber and vitamin content. At 53 kcal per 100 g serving, it provides 0.8g of protein, 13g of carbohydrate and 0.3g of fat. Mandarin is particularly rich in vitamin C, delivering 27mg — 30% of the daily value — in a single serving. It's a good source of fiber, with 11g natural sugar.
For athletes and anyone tracking macros, mandarin is a straightforward source of carbohydrate energy, useful around training for topping up glycogen. Its fiber and micronutrient content makes it a useful addition to a balanced macro split without pulling calories too high.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in a 100 g serving of mandarin?
A 100 g serving of mandarin has 53 kcal, 0.8g protein, 0.3g fat and 13g carbohydrate.
How much protein is in mandarin?
0.8g per 100 g serving.
Is mandarin high in sugar or fiber?
It's a good source of fiber, with 11g natural sugar — 1.8g fiber and 11g sugar per 100 g serving.
Which nutrients is mandarin richest in?
No single micronutrient stands out sharply — see the full breakdown below.
Is mandarin good for tracking macros?
For athletes and anyone tracking macros, mandarin is a straightforward source of carbohydrate energy, useful around training for topping up glycogen.
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MacroDrop tracks all of these nutrients — core and extended — from a photo, your voice or a barcode. Offline USDA database, 7,800 foods.
Values come from the USDA FoodData Central entry Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), raw (FDC ID 169105), per 100 g. Daily values follow the FDA 2,000 kcal reference. Last reviewed August 2026.