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Dates
Dates by Sainsbury's provides 273 kcal per 100 g, with 58 g of sugars and 2.3 g of protein. It is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Dates category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (30 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 273 kcal | 82 kcal | 299 −9% | |
| Total fat | 1.7 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 1.1 +57% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.4 −81% |
| Carbohydrates | 60.3 g | 18.1 g | 7% | 67.8 −11% |
| Total sugars | 58 g | 17.4 g | 57.7 | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.5 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 10.3 g | 3.1 g | 11% | 7.3 +41% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 0.7 g | 1% | 2.7 −13% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.2 −88% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1077 Dates products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other dates
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Partially Rehydrated Dried Dates (99%), Preservative: Potassium Sorbate.
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 serving (30 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00325462
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Dates?
Dates contains 273 kcal per 100 g and about 82 kcal per serving (1 serving (30 g)).
How much sugar is in Dates?
Dates has 58 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Dates healthy?
It is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Dates vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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