Dried Apricots are an great source of iron and other nutrients. They can be consumed raw, canned, cooked, and dried, but dried apricots provide your body with the most benefits and the largest amount of iron. When apricots are dried, they lose their high water and sugar contents without losing their highly nutritious qualities. They make for an easy snack throughout the day, or chop them up to serve with other fruits or over a salad. Serving Size (1/2 cup), 2 milligrams of iron, 78 calories.
