Carrot nutrition facts
Vegetables · Raw · per 100 g
Carrot (raw) contains 41 kcal per 100 g, with 0.9 g protein, 9.6 g carbohydrate (of which 4.7 g sugar), 0.2 g fat and 2.8 g fiber. That works out to about 2.2 g of protein per 100 kcal, and its energy density is very low (under 60 kcal/100 g).
Source: USDA FoodData Central. Data as of June 2026.
Nutrition facts per 100 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 41 kcal |
| Protein | 0.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 9.6 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Sugar | 4.7 g |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Vitamin C | 5.9 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central. Data as of June 2026.
What the numbers mean
Energy density tells you how many calories a food packs per gram: carrot is very low (under 60 kcal/100 g). Protein density — grams of protein per 100 kcal — is a useful way to compare foods regardless of portion size; here it is about 2.2 g/100 kcal. Fiber (2.8 g per 100 g) supports digestion and satiety, while the sugar figure (4.7 g) is part of total carbohydrate. See our guide on how to read nutrition data for more.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 100 g of carrot?
100 g of carrot (raw) contains about 41 kcal, with 0.9 g protein, 9.6 g carbohydrate and 0.2 g fat, per USDA FoodData Central.
How much protein is in carrot?
Carrot provides 0.9 g of protein per 100 g — roughly 2.2 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Is carrot high or low in calories?
At 41 kcal per 100 g, carrot has very low (under 60 kcal/100 g) energy density.
Source
Data from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 170393), per 100 g edible portion. Values are for general information only and are not medical or dietary advice; cooking, brand and variety can change the real figures.
Last updated: 2026-06-14