Calories in broccoli
Broccoli (1 cup chopped, 91 g) has 31 calories, with 2.6 g of protein, 6 g of carbohydrates and 0.3 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 34 kcal.
Values are for Broccoli, raw. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Broccoli
Per 1 cup chopped (91 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in broccoli by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 34 | 2.8 g | 6.6 g | 0.4 g |
| 1 cup chopped | 91 g | 31 | 2.6 g | 6 g | 0.3 g |
| 1 bunch | 608 g | 207 | 17.1 g | 40.4 g | 2.2 g |
| 1 spear (about 5" long) | 31 g | 11 | 0.9 g | 2.1 g | 0.1 g |
| 1 stalk | 151 g | 51 | 4.3 g | 10 g | 0.6 g |
| ½ cup, chopped or diced | 44 g | 15 | 1.2 g | 2.9 g | 0.2 g |
| 1 NLEA serving | 148 g | 50 | 4.2 g | 9.8 g | 0.5 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 10 | 0.8 g | 1.9 g | 0.1 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 27%Carbs 65%Fat 8%
Broccoli has a very low energy density (0.3 kcal per gram). It provides 8.3 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Vegetables: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celery | 14 | 0.7 g | 3 g | 0.2 g |
| Cucumber | 15 | 0.7 g | 3.6 g | 0.1 g |
| Zucchini | 17 | 1.2 g | 3.1 g | 0.3 g |
| Romaine lettuce | 17 | 1.2 g | 3.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Tomato | 18 | 0.9 g | 3.9 g | 0.2 g |
| Asparagus | 20 | 2.2 g | 3.9 g | 0.1 g |
| Mushrooms | 22 | 3.1 g | 3.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Spinach | 23 | 2.9 g | 3.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Cauliflower | 25 | 1.9 g | 5 g | 0.3 g |
| Red bell pepper | 26 | 1 g | 6 g | 0.3 g |
| Green beans | 31 | 1.8 g | 7 g | 0.2 g |
| Broccoli | 34 | 2.8 g | 6.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Onion | 40 | 1.1 g | 9.3 g | 0.1 g |
| Carrots | 41 | 0.9 g | 9.6 g | 0.2 g |
| Green peas | 78 | 5.2 g | 14.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Sweet potato | 90 | 2 g | 20.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Baked potato | 93 | 2.5 g | 21.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Corn on the cob | 96 | 3.4 g | 21 g | 1.5 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 170379. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in broccoli?
31 calories in 1 cup chopped (91 g), or 34 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in broccoli?
2.6 g of protein in 1 cup chopped (91 g) (2.8 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in broccoli?
6 g of carbohydrates in 1 cup chopped (91 g), including 2.4 g of fiber.