Did you know ?
- 1 Botanically, a grape is a berry.
- 2 Table grapes are commonly bred for crisp texture and seedlessness.
- 3 Grapes do not become sweeter after harvest, so they are picked when mature.
Grape
Grapes are small, juicy fruits that grow in clusters on vines. Fresh table grapes are valued for their crisp texture and sweet-tart flavour, while other varieties are grown for wine, juice, or dried grapes.
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Nutrition
Detailed nutritional values of grapes
Section titled “Detailed nutritional values of ”Values of 100g of raw seedless grapes :
| Calories | 69 kcal |
| Proteins | 0.7g |
| Carbohydrates | 18.1g |
| of which sugars | 15.5g |
| Fiber | 0.9g |
| Fats | 0.2g |
Vitamins and minerals
Main vitamins
Main minerals and trace elements
Nutritional values may vary depending on variety, ripeness, and growing conditions.
Ripeness
How to know if a grape is ripe ?
Section titled “How to know if is ripe ?”
Perfectly ripe
Ripe table grapes are plump, firmly attached to green stems, and have a flavour balanced for their variety.
How to recognize this state :
- Plump, intact berries
- Colour appropriate to the variety
- Fresh-looking green stems
- Berries attached securely to the cluster
- Crisp or juicy texture
- Sweet-tart flavour
Advice for ripe products
Refrigerate ripe grapes promptly and rinse them just before eating.
Selection
How to choose grapes ?
Section titled “How to choose ?”To choose quality grapes at the supermarket or market :
- Look for plump, firmly attached berries
- Choose clusters with fresh-looking green stems
- Select colour appropriate to the variety
- Avoid sticky, leaking, shrivelled, or mouldy berries
- Taste a grape when possible: it will not become sweeter after harvest
Storage and ripening
How to store and ripen grapes ?
Section titled “How to store and ripen ?”How to store grapes ?
- Keep unwashed grapes in the refrigerator.
- Store them in a ventilated bag or container.
- Rinse grapes under running water just before eating.
- Remove damaged berries and inspect the cluster regularly.
How to ripen grapes ?
Grapes do not become sweeter after harvest, so select fruit that is already mature.
- Keep grapes refrigerated to preserve their quality.
- Use room temperature only briefly before serving.
Health
Health benefits of a grape
Section titled “Health benefits of ”- Provides vitamin K, a nutrient involved in normal blood clotting and bone health
- Contains water and can contribute to fluid intake as part of a varied diet
- Provides carbohydrate for energy
- Contains small amounts of fibre as part of a varied diet
Origin
What is the origin of grapes ?
Section titled “What is the origin of ?”Origins of grapes
Cultivated grapes are associated with the genus Vitis, especially Vitis vinifera. Grapes have long been grown around the Mediterranean and western Asia, and today are cultivated in many temperate regions for fresh eating, raisins, juice, and wine.
Regions of origin
- Western Asia
- Mediterranean basin
Recipes
Cook a grape according to its ripeness
Section titled “Cook according to its ripeness”Unripe
- Tart grape relish
- Grape and cabbage slaw
- Pickled grapes
Perfectly ripe
- Fresh grape salad
- Grape smoothie
- Roasted grapes
Overripe
- Grape compote
- Grape jam
- Grape sauce
Gallery
Grapes across the world
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F.A.Q
Frequently asked questions
Section titled “Frequently asked questions”Warnings
Warnings and precautions for grapes
Section titled “Warnings and precautions for ”- Wash grapes thoroughly before eating
- Whole grapes can be a choking hazard for young children; cut them lengthwise into smaller pieces
- Discard grapes with mould, an off smell, or clear signs of spoilage
Do not confuse with
Raisins are dried grapes and are much more concentrated in sugars than fresh grapes.
Fresh currants are a different fruit, even though the word currant is also used for some dried grapes.