BeslyCarrots: Calories, Protein, Carbs & Fat
A serving of carrots listed as 1 medium (80 g) has 33 calories, 0.7 g of protein, 7.7 g of carbs and 0.2 g of fat. Per 100 g that is 41 kcal.
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Carrots serving sizes: calories and macros
| Serving | Grams | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 | 41 | 0.9 | 9.6 | 0.2 |
| 1 oz | 28.4 | 12 | 0.3 | 2.7 | 0.1 |
| 1 medium | 80 | 33 | 0.7 | 7.7 | 0.2 |
Where the calories in carrots come from
Counting protein and carbs at 4 calories per gram and fat at 9, carrots gets 8% of its calories from protein, 88% from carbs and 4% from fat. This split is calculated from the macros listed per 100 g (0.9 g protein, 9.6 g carbs, 0.2 g fat).
Sodium, fiber, sugar and saturated fat in carrots
A 1 medium (80 g) of carrots also contains 55.2 mg sodium, 2.2 g fiber, 3.8 g sugar and 0 g saturated fat.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 medium (80 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 69 mg | 55.2 mg |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 2.2 g |
| Sugar | 4.7 g | 3.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 256 mg |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 26.4 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin C | 5.9 mg | 4.7 mg |
How carrots compares with similar foods
Among the 6 foods compared here, carrots is number 5 when sorted from the lowest to the highest calories per 100 g (41 kcal). The comparison uses foods from the same food group (vegetables) that have a page on Besly.
| Food (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cucumber | 10 | 0.6 | 2.2 | 0.2 |
| Spinach | 27 | 2.9 | 2.4 | 0.6 |
| Tomatoes | 27 | 0.8 | 5.5 | 0.6 |
| Broccoli | 31 | 2 | 4.8 | 0.2 |
| Carrots (this page) | 41 | 0.9 | 9.6 | 0.2 |
| Corn | 96 | 3.4 | 21 | 1.5 |
Forms and preparations of carrots
Across the 4 forms listed for carrots, calories range from 26 kcal per 100 g (Baby Toddler carrots, Stage 1) to 97 kcal per 100 g (Carrots, glazed, cooked).
| Form or preparation (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g | Default serving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrot (main entry) | 41 | 0.9 | 9.6 | 0.2 | 1 medium (80 g): 33 kcal |
| Carrots, raw | 44 | 0.9 | 9.7 | 0.2 | 1 single serving bag (80 g): 35 kcal |
| Carrots, glazed, cooked | 97 | 0.9 | 17.3 | 2.8 | 1 baby carrot (10 g): 10 kcal |
| Baby Toddler carrots, Stage 1 | 26 | 0.7 | 5.4 | 0.1 | 1 pouch (90 g): 23 kcal |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 medium of carrots?
1 medium (80 g) of carrots has 33 calories, with 0.7 g protein, 7.7 g carbs and 0.2 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of carrots?
100 g of carrots has 41 calories, 0.9 g protein, 9.6 g carbs and 0.2 g fat. One ounce (28.4 g) is 12 calories.
Is carrots low in carbs?
Carbs supply 88% of the calories in carrots (protein 8%, fat 4%). Per 100 g there are 9.6 g of carbs, and 1 medium (80 g) has 7.7 g, including 2.2 g of fiber.
Recipes with carrots
- Ginger Pork, Apple, and Carrot Soup
- Moroccan Carrot Salad
- Homemade Carrot and Peanut Butter Granola Bars
- Lighter Gajar Halwa (Carrot Pudding)
- Carrot Soup
- Cabbage and Carrot Salad
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, via the Besly food database (source tag “usda”, record us.generic.carrot). Data snapshot: October 16, 2026. Values are averages for the food as described and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation. Serving sizes come from the same record.