Mediterranean Fruits Guide
34 items classified under standard Mediterranean guidelines.
This guide covers all 34 fruits classified under Mediterranean guidelines. Mediterranean evaluates foods primarily by how often the food appears in the traditional Mediterranean pattern, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Fruits are universally compatible with Mediterranean. Each item listed here is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Allowed | 61kcal |
| Applesauce | Allowed | 76kcal |
| Apricot | Allowed | 48kcal |
| Avocado | Allowed | 160kcal |
| Banana | Allowed | 97kcal |
| Blackberries | Allowed | 43kcal |
| Blueberries | Allowed | 57kcal |
| Cantaloupe | Allowed | 38kcal |
| Cherries | Allowed | 63kcal |
| Coconut | Allowed | 895kcal |
| Cranberries | Allowed | 46kcal |
| Dates | Allowed | 277kcal |
| Dried Coconut | Allowed | 684kcal |
| Dried Cranberries | Allowed | 308kcal |
| Dried Mango | Allowed | 319kcal |
| Fig | Allowed | 74kcal |
| Grapefruit | Allowed | 39kcal |
| Grapes | Allowed | 57kcal |
| Kiwi | Allowed | 64kcal |
| Lemon | Allowed | 47kcal |
| Lime | Allowed | 25kcal |
| Mango | Allowed | 60kcal |
| Nectarine | Allowed | 43kcal |
| Orange | Allowed | 97kcal |
| Papaya | Allowed | 43kcal |
| Peaches | Allowed | 224kcal |
| Pear | Allowed | 59kcal |
| Pineapple | Allowed | 50kcal |
| Plum | Allowed | 46kcal |
| Pomegranate | Allowed | 83kcal |
| Raisins | Allowed | 296kcal |
| Raspberries | Allowed | 52kcal |
| Strawberries | Allowed | 32kcal |
| Watermelon | Allowed | 30kcal |
Classification Breakdown
34 Allowed — These fruits are a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern.
Mediterranean is a frequency pattern, not a banned-list diet. Most foods fit somewhere on the spectrum.
Allowed Fruits (34)
Apple
AllowedWith 61kcal calories per 100g, Apple earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, apple also provides 2.1g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Mango and Cherries for calories, ranking 19 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Applesauce
AllowedAt 76kcal calories per 100g, Applesauce falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Within this category, it falls between Fig and Pomegranate for calories, ranking 23 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsweetened | 42kcal | 0.2g | 0.1g | 11.3g | 1.1g |
| Sweetened | 76kcal | 0.2g | 0.2g | 19.9g | 1.2g |
Apricot
AllowedWith 48kcal calories per 100g, Apricot earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Within this category, it falls between Lemon and Pineapple for calories, ranking 12 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Avocado
AllowedWith 160kcal calories per 100g, Avocado earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, avocado also provides 14.7g fat and 6.7g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Orange at 97kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Banana
AllowedBanana is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 97kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Within this category, it falls between Pomegranate and Orange for calories, ranking 25 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw | 89kcal | 1.1g | 0.3g | 22.8g | 2.6g |
| Dehydrated | 346kcal | 3.9g | 1.8g | 88.3g | 9.9g |
Blackberries
AllowedAt 43kcal calories per 100g, Blackberries falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, blackberries also provides 5.3g fiber per 100g. Among the 34 items in this category, blackberries sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Nectarine at 43kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Blueberries
AllowedAt 57kcal calories per 100g, Blueberries falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, blueberries also provides 2.4g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Raspberries and Grapes for calories, ranking 15 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cantaloupe
AllowedWith 38kcal calories per 100g, Cantaloupe earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Among the 34 items in this category, cantaloupe sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Grapefruit at 39kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cherries
AllowedAt 63kcal calories per 100g, Cherries falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, cherries also provides 2.1g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Apple and Kiwi for calories, ranking 20 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut
AllowedWith 895kcal calories per 100g, Coconut earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 99.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dried Coconut at 684kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cranberries
AllowedWith 46kcal calories per 100g, Cranberries earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, cranberries also provides 3.6g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Papaya and Plum for calories, ranking 9 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh (raw) | 46kcal | 0.5g | 0.1g | 12g | 3.6g |
| Dried (sweetened) | 308kcal | 0.2g | 1.1g | 82.8g | 5.3g |
Dates
AllowedAt 277kcal calories per 100g, Dates falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, dates also provides 6.7g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Peaches at 224kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Dried Coconut
AllowedAt 684kcal calories per 100g, Dried Coconut falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 5.3g protein and 69.1g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dried Mango at 319kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Dried Cranberries
AllowedAt 308kcal calories per 100g, Dried Cranberries falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, dried cranberries also provides 5.3g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Raisins at 296kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Dried Mango
AllowedAt 319kcal calories per 100g, Dried Mango falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 2.4g fiber per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dried Cranberries at 308kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Fig
AllowedWith 74kcal calories per 100g, Fig earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, fig also provides 2.9g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Kiwi and Applesauce for calories, ranking 22 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Grapefruit
AllowedWith 39kcal calories per 100g, Grapefruit earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Among the 34 items in this category, grapefruit sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Blackberries at 43kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Grapes
AllowedGrapes is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 57kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 3.9g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Blueberries and Pear for calories, ranking 16 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Kiwi
AllowedAt 64kcal calories per 100g, Kiwi falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, kiwi also provides 3g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Cherries and Fig for calories, ranking 21 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lemon
AllowedAt 47kcal calories per 100g, Lemon falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.6g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Plum and Apricot for calories, ranking 11 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lime
AllowedWith 25kcal calories per 100g, Lime earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Among the 34 items in this category, lime sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Watermelon at 30kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mango
AllowedWith 60kcal calories per 100g, Mango earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Within this category, it falls between Pear and Apple for calories, ranking 18 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Nectarine
AllowedAt 43kcal calories per 100g, Nectarine falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Among the 34 items in this category, nectarine sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Papaya at 43kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Orange
AllowedWith 97kcal calories per 100g, Orange earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, orange also provides 10.6g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Banana at 97kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Papaya
AllowedPapaya is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 43kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Among the 34 items in this category, papaya sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Cranberries at 46kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Peaches
AllowedAt 224kcal calories per 100g, Peaches falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, peaches also provides 10g fat and 217mg sodium per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Avocado at 160kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pear
AllowedWith 59kcal calories per 100g, Pear earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 3.1g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Grapes and Mango for calories, ranking 17 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pineapple
AllowedWith 50kcal calories per 100g, Pineapple earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Within this category, it falls between Apricot and Raspberries for calories, ranking 13 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Plum
AllowedAt 46kcal calories per 100g, Plum falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Within this category, it falls between Cranberries and Lemon for calories, ranking 10 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pomegranate
AllowedWith 83kcal calories per 100g, Pomegranate earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, pomegranate also provides 4g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Applesauce and Banana for calories, ranking 24 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Raisins
AllowedRaisins is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 296kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.8g fiber per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dates at 277kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Raspberries
AllowedAt 52kcal calories per 100g, Raspberries falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, raspberries also provides 6.5g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Pineapple and Blueberries for calories, ranking 14 of 34.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Strawberries
AllowedStrawberries is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 32kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Among the 34 items in this category, strawberries sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Cantaloupe at 38kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Watermelon
AllowedWatermelon is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 30kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Among the 34 items in this category, watermelon sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Strawberries at 32kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central