Calories in Carrot
Carrots contain 41 kcal per 100g — low calorie density with substantial beta-carotene (vitamin A). A medium carrot is just 25 kcal.
Nutrition by portion size
| Portion | kcal | Carbs (g) | Protein (g) | Fat (g) | Fiber (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 medium carrot (~61g) | 25 | 6 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 1.7 |
| 1 large carrot (~72g) | 30 | 7 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 2 |
| 1 cup chopped carrots (~128g) | 52 | 12 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 3.6 |
| 100g raw carrot | 41 | 10 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 2.8 |
| 100g cooked carrots | 35 | 8 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 3 |
| 1 cup carrot juice (240ml) | 94 | 22 | 2.2 | 0.4 | 1.9 |
Glycemic index
39
About these numbers
Carrots are calorie-dilute (41 kcal per 100g) and exceptionally rich in beta-carotene — a medium carrot provides over 200% of daily vitamin A target. Glycemic index is low-medium (~39 raw, slightly higher cooked). Per medium carrot, glycemic load is ~3 (very low).
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Frequently asked questions
- How many calories in a carrot?
- Medium carrot (~61g): 25 kcal. Large: 30 kcal. Per 100g raw: 41 kcal. Cooked is similar. Carrot juice (no fiber): 94 kcal per cup.
- Are carrots good for weight loss?
- Yes. Low calorie density (41 kcal/100g), high fiber per calorie, satisfying crunch makes them excellent snacks. Baby carrots are practical for portion control.
- Do carrots spike blood sugar?
- Barely. GI ~39 (low-medium), but the carb content per serving is so small that glycemic load is negligible (~3 per medium carrot). For T2D and prediabetes, carrots are an unambiguously safe vegetable choice. Carrot juice (concentrated, no fiber) has higher impact.
- Raw vs cooked carrots?
- Raw: more vitamin C and crunch satisfaction. Cooked: better beta-carotene bioavailability (40-60% more absorption). Both have benefits. For weight loss, raw carrots work better as snacks; cooked carrots as side dishes. Aim for variety.
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