Calories in Cabbage
Cabbage contains 25 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 cup shredded (90 g) — carries about 23 kcal.
Fresh and sauerkraut are equally light; the calories in cabbage stew come from the meat.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 cup shredded (90 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25 kcal | 23 kcal |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g | 5.4 g |
| Fibre | 2.5 g | 2.3 g |
| Sugars | 3.2 g | 2.9 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~6 minutes
~2 minutes
Approximate, for a ~23 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in cabbage?
Cabbage contains 25 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 cup shredded (90 g) — carries about 23 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does cabbage have?
Per 100 g: 1.3 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 6 g carbohydrates, of which 2.5 g fibre and 3.2 g sugars.
Is cabbage suitable for a diet?
Yes — at 25 kcal per 100 g, cabbage is a low-calorie food that fits easily into a weight-loss plan. Fresh and sauerkraut are equally light; the calories in cabbage stew come from the meat.
How much does one serving of cabbage weigh?
The typical serving is 1 cup shredded (90 g) — about 90 g, which equals ~23 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of cabbage?
Roughly 6 minutes of brisk walking or 2 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.