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Black Grapes

Vitis vinifera Allergen-Free
Black Grapes

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Vitaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Late Summer to Early Fall (peak), Year-Round (imported)
  • Source Grape vine

The Forktionary Angle

"The darkly elegant fruit offering a concentrated sweetness and a touch of sophistication."

Definition

Dark-skinned grapes, often seedless, known for their deep color, sweet flavor, and crisp texture, used for eating or wine.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Rich, Mildly tart, Juicy
TextureCrisp, Firm, Juicy
AromaFruity, Berry, Wine-like
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Common Use

High popularity in dessert and wine production.

Polyphenol Content

Contains high levels of anthocyanins, a powerful antioxidant.

Shelf Life (Refrigerated)

1-2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Per 92g (1 cup)
Calories69 kcal
Total Fat0.4g
Saturated Fat0.1g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein0.7g
Total Carbohydrate18g
Dietary Fiber0.9g
Total Sugars15g
Calcium10mg
Iron0.4mg
Potassium191mg

Chef’s Secret

Roast black grapes lightly with a drizzle of olive oil and herbs to intensify their sweetness and create a unique savory-sweet side dish or topping.

Substitutions

Best Match

Red Seedless Grapes

1:1

Very similar in texture and sweetness, slightly different color.

Green Seedless Grapes

1:1

Similar texture, slightly tarter, and different visual appeal.

Blueberries

1:1

Smaller, different texture, but similar sweet-tart balance for snacking or fruit salads.

Cherries (pitted)

1:1

Seasonal, sweet and juicy, but requires pitting.

Buying Guide

Select plump, firm grapes attached to green stems. Store refrigerated, unwashed, for up to a week.

Flavor Pairings

Cheese nuts pork chicken spinach salads balsamic vinegar red wine.

Recipes Using Black Grapes

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After The Party Is Over Refreshing Detox Fresh Fruit Salad

Kickstart your day or recover from a festive feast with this vibrant and healthy fruit salad! Perfect for brunch the morning after a celebration, or as a light yet impressive dessert. This colorful mix of fresh fruits is packed with vitamins and antioxidants for a quick mental and physical boost. Easily adaptable to seasonal produce, it's delicious served plain, with a dollop of crème fraîche or vanilla yogurt, or even with a champagne twist for a special occasion! This recipe serves 6-8 people but is easily scalable.

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