Frutas

Canned unsweetened crushed pineapple

Canned unsweetened crushed pineapple
Popularity 45 recipes

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Ingredient Information

Name

Canned unsweetened crushed pineapple

Category

Frutas

Popularity

45 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Canned crushed pineapple without sugar is a prepared ingredient made from fresh pineapple that has been peeled, chopped, and crushed before being canned, without the addition of sugars or syrups. This product retains the natural sweet and slightly acidic flavor of pineapple, but with reduced calorie content and no added sugars, making it a healthy choice for various recipes.

Pineapple is native to the tropical region of South America, especially countries like Brazil and Paraguay, and was spread by European explorers to other parts of the world. Its cultivation has expanded widely throughout tropical and subtropical zones.

This ingredient is rich in vitamin C, dietary fiber and contains bromelain, an enzyme that aids digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties. Being in a crushed and canned version, it is very practical to use in recipes for desserts, smoothies, sauces, marinades, or baked preparations, adding flavor and texture without adding extra sugar.

Regarding synonyms or similar names used in different Hispanic American countries, canned crushed pineapple without sugar may be known as:

  • Canned ground pineapple
  • Chopped pineapple without sugar
  • Sugar-free pineapple puree

In some countries, it is simply called canned pineapple without sugar, specifying the consistency according to the recipe in which it is used.

Nutritional Properties

1.4g
fiber
18mcg
folate
109mg
potassium
10g
sugars
50
calories
0.5g
protein
47.8mg
vitamin c
0.1g
total fat
13.1g
carbohydrates

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