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Carob Protein Content
30 October 2026
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When carob is mentioned, most people think of its natural sweetness and fiber content; protein is often ignored. However, the protein distribution in carob is quite interesting: While the pulp of the fruit contains low amounts of protein, the germ (embryo) part inside the seed has a high protein structure.
Read MoreStructure of the Carob Pod: Pulp and Seed Ratio
21 October 2026
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Carob fruit is a legume fruit from a botanical point of view; Although it looks like a single piece from the outside, it contains two main components with different economic value: sweet and fibrous pulp and hard-shelled seeds. In scientific sources, it is reported that the pulp makes up most of the weight of the pod, while the seed usually has a share ranging from around 10 percent to 25 percent.
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