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grape


Vitis vinfera
Other Name(s): Table grapes
Available from July to October

Types

Concord, red flame, black, green, purple.

Preparation

Grapes can be eaten raw or cooked.  

Remove the grapes from the stems and wash them before eating or cooking with them. 

Storage

Short-Term Storage

Store grapes loosely and unwashed in the refrigerator in a paper towel or plastic bag. Grapes can be stored this way for up to 5 days. 

Long-Term Storage

Grapes can be canned, frozen, or made into juice or jelly.

Learn more about freezing grapes.

Learn more about canning Concord grape juice.

Learn more about canning whole grapes.

Learn more about canning fruit purees.

Learn more about selecting, preparing, and storing summer produce.

Concord grape juice can be canned for later use. Grapes can be frozen and used as a syrup or puree.

Grapes can also be canned as a puree or whole.

Find general information about summer fruit and produce.

Quick Fact

The Concord grape is the most popular of the American grapes. Most other varieties grown in the United States are hybrids of Old World Vitis vinifera grapes, and those native to North America.  These hybrids are the basis for the wine industry of the eastern United States.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size

1 Cup (151g) red or green seedless

 

 

 

 

Nutrients

Amount

% Daily Value

Total Calories

104

 

Protein

1g

 

Carbohydrates

27g

 

Dietary Fiber

1g

 

Total Sugars

23g

 

Total Fat

0g

 

Saturated Fat

0g

 

Cholesterol

0mg

 

 

 

 

Minerals

 

 

Calcium

 15 mg

 

Sodium

3mg

 

Iron

 1 mg

 

 

 

 

Vitamins

 

 

Vitamin A

 100 ug

 

Vitamin C

 5 mg

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Food Safety Tips

Always keep fresh produce away from raw meat and raw meat juices to avoid cross-contamination.

Follow the safe food guidelines for all fresh produce.

Related Resources

You can grow seedless table grapes and wine grapes in Indiana, even in your backyard! If you are want to create edible landscaping, grape vines are hearty and useful. Keep in mind, they take care and consideration for overall plant health and best results.

Learn more about growing grapes in Indiana.

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