Calories in Medjool dates

USDA data · Updated October 12, 2026

Medjool dates (1 date, pitted, 24 g) has 66 calories, with 0.4 g of protein, 18 g of carbohydrates and 0 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 277 kcal.

Values are for Dates, medjool. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.

Medjool dates

Per 1 date, pitted (24 g)


Calories66

Protein0.4 g
Carbohydrates18 g
   Fiber1.6 g
   Sugars16 g
Fat0 g
Sodium0 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in Medjool dates by serving

ServingWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g2771.8 g75 g0.1 g
1 date, pitted24 g660.4 g18 g0 g
1 oz28 g790.5 g21.3 g0 g

Where the calories come from

Protein 2%Carbs 97%Fat 1%

Medjool dates has a medium energy density (2.8 kcal per gram). It provides 0.7 g of protein per 100 kcal.

Fruit: calories compared

Per 100 gCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Watermelon300.6 g7.5 g0.1 g
Strawberries320.7 g7.7 g0.3 g
Cantaloupe340.8 g8.2 g0.2 g
Peach390.9 g9.5 g0.2 g
Orange470.9 g11.8 g0.1 g
Pineapple500.5 g13.1 g0.1 g
Apple520.3 g13.8 g0.2 g
Raspberries521.2 g11.9 g0.7 g
Blueberries570.7 g14.5 g0.3 g
Pear570.4 g15.2 g0.1 g
Mango600.8 g15 g0.4 g
Kiwi611.1 g14.7 g0.5 g
Cherries631.1 g16 g0.2 g
Grapes690.7 g18.1 g0.2 g
Banana891.1 g22.8 g0.3 g
Avocado1602 g8.5 g14.7 g
Medjool dates2771.8 g75 g0.1 g

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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 168191. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Medjool dates?

66 calories in 1 date, pitted (24 g), or 277 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in Medjool dates?

0.4 g of protein in 1 date, pitted (24 g) (1.8 g per 100 g).

How many carbs are in Medjool dates?

18 g of carbohydrates in 1 date, pitted (24 g), including 1.6 g of fiber.