Calories in Broccoli
Broccoli contains 34 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 cup (90 g) — carries about 31 kcal.
Unusually high in protein for a vegetable and very low in calories.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 cup (90 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 34 kcal | 31 kcal |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 7 g | 6.3 g |
| Fibre | 2.6 g | 2.3 g |
| Sugars | 1.7 g | 1.5 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~8 minutes
~3 minutes
Approximate, for a ~31 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in broccoli?
Broccoli contains 34 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 cup (90 g) — carries about 31 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does broccoli have?
Per 100 g: 2.8 g protein, 0.4 g fat and 7 g carbohydrates, of which 2.6 g fibre and 1.7 g sugars.
Is broccoli suitable for a diet?
Yes — at 34 kcal per 100 g, broccoli is a low-calorie food that fits easily into a weight-loss plan. Unusually high in protein for a vegetable and very low in calories.
How much does one serving of broccoli weigh?
The typical serving is 1 cup (90 g) — about 90 g, which equals ~31 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of broccoli?
Roughly 8 minutes of brisk walking or 3 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.