Starfruit has 31 kcal and 2.8 g fiber per 100 g. One of the lowest-calorie tropical fruits. The entire fruit is edible including the waxy skin — weigh whole after washing.
How should I track Starfruit (Carambola)?
Starfruit (Carambola) is a good source of fiber. When tracking Starfruit (Carambola), weigh the edible portion — after peeling, coring, or removing seeds. The part you throw away does not count, but it can make up 20–40% of the total weight depending on the fruit. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found that fruits are among the most commonly misestimated food groups. One more thing to watch: fresh and dried versions have very different calorie density. A handful of dried fruit can have the same calories as a whole bowl of fresh — always double-check which form you are logging.