VeganVegetables

Carrot

Nutrition Facts Per 100g

Also known as: GAJAR, GRATED CARROT

Carrot is a commonly used vegetable in Indian cooking. At just 38 kcal per 100g with 1.2g of dietary fiber per 100g, it fits easily into calorie-conscious meals. It is a notable source of Total Carotenoids (approximately 147% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Vitamin A (RE) (approximately 123% of a typical adult's daily needs). Below is the complete nutritional profile of Carrot per 100g serving.

Nutrition Summary

38kcalCalories

0.6gProtein

8.0gCarbs

0.4gFat

1.2gFiber

Protein 6% Carbs 84% Fat 9%

Micronutrients

High in:CarotenoidsVitamin Aβ-Carotene

Calcium80.0 mg(8%)

Iron0.5 mg(4%)

Zinc0.3 mg(3%)

Potassium108 mg(4%)

Sodium56.0 mg(11%)

Magnesium12.0 mg(3%)

Phosphorus35.0 mg(5%)

Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg(3%)

Riboflavin (B2)0.0 mg(2%)

Niacin (B3)0.6 mg(4%)

Vitamin C8.0 mg(10%)

Carotenoids8836 µg(147%)

β-Carotene2945 µg(98%)

Vitamin A983 µg(123%)

Folate (B9)12.0 µg(3%)

Vitamin B60.1 mg(4%)

Vitamin B120 µg(0%)

Vitamin D0 µg(0%)

Vitamin E0.3 mg(2%)

Fat Breakdown4

MUFA0 g

PUFA0.2 g

Omega-30 g

Omega-60.2 g

Limit These2

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 cup grated128g

49 kcal0.8g protein

1 medium60g

23 kcal0.4g protein

100 g100g

38 kcal0.6g protein

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Carrot?

Carrot contains 38 kcal per 100g. A typical serving (1 cup grated) contains approximately 49 kcal.

How much protein is in Carrot?

Carrot provides 0.6g of protein per 100g, which is approximately 1% of an average adult's daily protein needs based on Indian RDA guidelines.

Is Carrot good for weight loss?

Carrot is a low-calorie food at just 38 kcal per 100g, making it a good choice for weight-loss diets when prepared without excessive oil or sugar.

Is Carrot vegan?

Yes, Carrot is vegan — it contains no animal-derived ingredients.

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