Tomato
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal |
| Protein | 0.9 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Carbs | 3.0 g |
Tomato is a widely eaten raw fruit botanically, though treated as a vegetable in virtually every culinary context — sliced into salads, blended into sauces, roasted, or eaten whole. Per 100 g, a raw tomato provides just 19 kcal, 0.9 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat, 3 g of carbohydrates (all from sugars), and 1.2 g of dietary fibre, making it one of the lower-calorie options in everyday cooking. It contributes 257 mg of potassium, 14 mg of vitamin C, and 35 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g, along with 22.7 mcg of folate. No glycemic index value is available for this entry. Suitable for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean, and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in a tomato?
A raw tomato contains 19 kcal per 100 g. A medium tomato weighs around 120–150 g, putting a single fruit at roughly 23–28 kcal.
How much vitamin C is in a tomato?
Raw tomatoes contain 14 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. A medium tomato therefore delivers around 17–21 mg, making it a useful everyday contributor to vitamin C intake.
Is tomato keto-friendly?
Yes, raw tomatoes are considered keto-compatible, with only 3 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. Portion size still matters on a strict keto plan, but tomatoes are generally included without issue.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 19.3 kcal |
| Protein | 0.86 g |
| Fat | 0.26 g |
| Carbs | 3.0 g |
| Sugars | 3.0 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Starch | 0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.010 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.010 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.10 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.009 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.020 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 11.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.24 mg |
| Magnesium | 10.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 22.0 mg |
| Potassium | 257 mg |
| Sodium | 4.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.10 mg |
| Copper | 0.050 mg |
| Manganese | 0.088 mg |
| Selenium | 0.60 mcg |
| Iodine | 0.20 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 35.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 14.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5.3 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.039 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.019 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.65 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.28 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.082 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 22.7 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 12.9 mg |
Other cooking states of Tomato
Cooked tomato (18 kcal).
