Clementines are a type of mandarin orange, a small citrus fruit with a thin skin that peels easily and has sweet, juicy sections within. The fruit provides a good source of calories from carbohydrates and is also high in vitamin C.
Calories
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Nutrient Database, a single clementine provides around 46 calories. Around 40 calories are derived from carbohydrates, while fats provide 5 calories and proteins deliver just 1 calorie within the serving.
Daily Intake
A serving of one clementine can contribute approximately 2 percent of the daily recommended intake of calories for the average person. This percentage is determined using a standard 2,000-calorie per day diet.
Components
The same size serving of clementine weighs 75 g, according to the USDA. Of that quantity, 10 g are carbohydrates, 0.6 g are protein and 0.2 g are fat. Indigestible matter, other nutrients and water make up the remainder.
Nutrients
Clementines also provide essential vitamins including vitamin A, thiamin, vitamin B6, folate, pantothenic acid, riboflavin and niacin and are particularly high in vitamin C, providing almost 100 percent of the daily recommended intake. Dietary minerals, such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, copper and manganese, are also available within clementines.
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