Carrot calories and nutrition information

Carrot nutrition information

Nutrient	Carbs 100 g	% RI*	Medium carrot (80 g)
Energy	41 kcal172 kJ	2%	33 kcal138 kJ
Fat	0.2 g	0%	0.2 g
of which saturated fatty acids	0 g	0%	0 g
Carbs	6.8 g	3%	5.4 g
of which sugars	4.7 g	5%	3.8 g
Fiber	2.8 g	-	2.2 g
Protein	0.9 g	2%	0.7 g
Salt	0.17 g	3%	0.14 g
Water	88.3 g	-	70.6 g

* RI = reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Carbs exclude fiber, as shown on EU food labels.

How many calories are in a carrot?

Calories and macronutrients in typical servings. Use the calculator at the top of the page to calculate a different weight.

Serving	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
Medium carrot80 g	33 kcal	0.7 g	5.4 g	0.2 g
100 g	41 kcal	0.9 g	6.8 g	0.2 g
Cup of grated carrot115 g	47 kcal	1 g	7.8 g	0.2 g
Large carrot120 g	49 kcal	1.1 g	8.2 g	0.2 g

Vitamins and minerals

The most abundant nutrients in 100 g of carrot are vitamin A (104% RI), vitamin K (18%), and potassium (16%). We show nutrients that account for at least 2% of the RI per 100 g.

Nutrient	Carbs 100 g	% RI
Potassium	320 mg	16%
Calcium	33 mg	4%
Magnesium	12 mg	3%
Phosphorus	35 mg	5%
Iron	0.3 mg	2%
Zinc	0.2 mg	2%
Vitamin C	5.9 mg	7%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)	0.07 mg	6%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)	0.06 mg	4%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)	1 mg	6%
Vitamin B6	0.14 mg	10%
Folate	19 µg	10%
Vitamin A	835 µg	104%
Vitamin E	0.7 mg	6%
Vitamin K	13.2 µg	18%

Carrot compared with other foods

Carrot has more calories per 100 g than 58% of the vegetables in our chart. Here's how foods in the vegetables category with similar calorie counts compare (kcal per 100 g):

Red cabbage31 kcal
Red bell pepper31 kcal
Broccoli34 kcal
Onion40 kcal
Carrot41 kcal
Celeriac42 kcal
Brussels sprouts43 kcal
Raw beet43 kcal
Cooked beet44 kcal

Carrot in meal plans

You’ll find this food in ready-made meal plans for 7 days, with recipes and a shopping list:

1200 kcal diet - day 1: dill pickle soup with potatoes and chicken
1500 kcal meal plan - day 1: turkey meatballs in tomato sauce with pearl barley
1800 kcal meal plan - day 1: red lentil dal with rice
2000 kcal diet - day 1: bowl with baked salmon, rice, and avocado

Recipes with this ingredient

Baked trout with carrot and apple slaw - about 415 kcal per serving
Greek-style fish with rice — about 570 kcal per serving
Tuna patties with potatoes and carrot salad - about 598 kcal per serving
Carrot and apple slaw with sunflower seeds - about 148 kcal per serving
Split pea soup with smoked paprika - about 531 kcal per serving
Creamy pumpkin soup with red lentils and seeds - about 551 kcal per serving

Find more ideas in recipes with calories and macros.

FAQs

How many calories are in a medium carrot?

A medium carrot (about 80 g) has about 33 kcal: 0.7 g protein, 5.4 g carbs, and 0.2 g fat.

How many calories are in 100 g of carrot?

100 g of carrot has 41 kcal (172 kJ).

How much protein is in a carrot?

Carrot has 0.9 g protein per 100 g, and a medium carrot has about 0.7 g.

How many carbs are in a carrot?

100 g of carrot contains 6.8 g of digestible carbs, including 4.7 g of sugars, plus 2.8 g of fiber.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database - “Carrots, raw” (NDB 11124). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and depend on variety, size, and preparation method. For packaged products, check the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: 26 October 2026. How we create our calorie chart.