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How many calories are in a carrot?

1 medium (61 g) of a carrot has about 25 calories, with 0.6g protein, 5.8g carbohydrates and 0.1g fat.

A carrot is a crunchy orange root vegetable rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A.

Calories

25

Per serving
1 medium (61 g)

0.6g Protein
5.8g Carbs
0.1g Fat
1.7g Fiber

of which sugars: 2.9g

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages and vary by brand and preparation.

Calories and macros by amount

Amount Calories ProteinCarbsFat
1 medium (61 g) 25 0.6g5.8g0.1g
Per 100 g 41 1g9.5g0.2g

Where the calories come from

Share of calories from each macronutrient

Protein 9% Carbs 88% Fat 3%

Burn it off

Roughly how long it takes to burn 25 calories:

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6
min
Walking
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2
min
Running
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3
min
Cycling

Estimated for a ~70 kg (154 lb) adult; your rate varies.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in a carrot?

1 medium (61 g) of a carrot has about 25 calories, with 0.6g protein, 5.8g carbohydrates and 0.1g fat.

How much protein is in a carrot?

1 medium (61 g) of a carrot contains about 0.6g of protein.

How many carbs and fat are in a carrot?

1 medium (61 g) of a carrot contains about 5.8g of carbohydrates and 0.1g of fat.

Is a carrot good for weight loss?

At about 25 calories per serving, a carrot can fit a weight-loss plan when it suits your daily calorie budget. Log it by photo with LensNutra to stay on track.

How long does it take to burn off a carrot?

Burning about 25 calories takes roughly 6 minutes of walking or 2 minutes of running.

Written & maintained by the LensNutra nutrition team · Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central

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