Clementines taste sweet and are easy to eat, which makes them a favorite choice of children, according to the United States Department of Agriculture Healthy Meals Resource System. Versatile enough for a salad and durable enough for a lunch bag, the fruit's benefits extend beyond its taste. Clementines are loaded with vitamins and nutrients. Eating two will supply you with the USDA's daily recommended amount of vitamin C.
Convenience
The small fruit's size makes it a comfortable fit inside a purse or a packed lunch. The thin peel is loose and comes off much more easily than other oranges, according to the Kansas State University Research and Extension. There are no seeds, so you don't have to worry about accidentally eating them or having to dispose of them. Out of the refrigerator, a clementine lasts for two to three days, so you can leave a few in your office or on your table.
Versatility
Clementines work well in a variety of recipes. They break into sections easily, which makes them an easy addition to desserts, salads or even stir-fries. A chicken and clementine salad and a spinach-clementine salad are two recipes recommended by the Kansas State University Research and Extension. Clementines are shipped internationally, so they are available year-round, according to the USDA Healthy Meals Resource System.
Vitamin C
Clementines are a source of vitamin C. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that may have protective effects against high blood pressure and even cancer. It may also enhance your immune system, skin and ability to absorb iron.
Other Nutrients
The fiber in clementines helps create a feeling of satiety, which may slow down your desire to snack and help you lose weight. The folate may benefit your heart and can also lower the chances of birth defects for pregnant women. Clementines also provide potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure, fluid balance and muscle contractions. Clementines also provide significant amounts of calcium and vitamin A, according to the USDA Healthy Meals Resource System.
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