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How much fiber is in applesauce (unsweetened)?
Applesauce (Unsweetened) has 1.3 g of fiber per 1/2 cup (122 g). That is 5% of the daily value and a low amount for an fruit.
Soluble vs insoluble
The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.
About applesauce (unsweetened) and fiber
A half cup of unsweetened applesauce provides 1.3 grams of fiber, less than a third of a whole apple, because the skin is removed before cooking. It stays high FODMAP like the apple.
How applesauce (unsweetened) compares to other fruits
Per typical serving. The highest fruit in the database is raspberries at 8 g.
| Food | Serving | Fiber | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raisins | 1/4 cup | 1.5 g | 3.7 g | 5% |
| Apricots | 2 fresh | 1.4 g | 2 g | 5% |
| Cantaloupe | 1 cup cubed | 1.4 g | 0.9 g | 5% |
| Grapes | 1 cup | 1.4 g | 0.9 g | 5% |
| Honeydew | 1 cup diced | 1.4 g | 0.8 g | 5% |
| Applesauce (Unsweetened) | 1/2 cup | 1.3 g | 1.1 g | 5% |
| Watermelon | 1 cup diced | 0.6 g | 0.4 g | 2% |
Servings to reach a daily goal
servings of applesauce (unsweetened) to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women
servings of applesauce (unsweetened) to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men
Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.
USDA entries for applesauce (unsweetened)
Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.
| USDA description | Fiber / 100 g | Soluble | Insoluble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applesauce, canned, sweetened, without salt | 1.2 g | – | – |
| Applesauce, canned, sweetened, with salt | 1.2 g | – | – |
| Applesauce, canned, unsweetened, with added ascorbic acid | 1.1 g | – | – |
| Applesauce, regular | 1 g | – | – |
| Applesauce, flavored | 1 g | – | – |
| Applesauce, unsweetened | 1.1 g | – | – |
| Applesauce, canned, unsweetened, without added ascorbic acid (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) | 1.1 g | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
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Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.