Calories in Tomatoes, raw
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Tomatoes, raw contains 20 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of 1 slice (20 g) provides about 4 kcal.
Roughly 73% of its calories come from carbohydrates, with 15% from protein and 13% from fat (estimated with general energy factors).
100 g provides 18% of the Daily Value for Vitamin C.
These values are for the raw food. Cooking changes the water content and some nutrients, so cooked versions are listed separately below.
The data comes from the USDA Food and Nutrient Database for Dietary Studies (FNDDS), which calculates values from recipes of the ingredients.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories C | 20 kcal | |
| Total fat C | 0.31 g | 0.4% |
| Saturated fat C | 0.028 g | 0.1% |
| Cholesterol C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium C | 4 mg | 0.2% |
| Total carbohydrates C | 4 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber C | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Total sugars C | 2.6 g | |
| Protein C | 0.82 g | 2% |
| Vitamin A C | 32 µg | 4% |
| Vitamin C C | 16.3 mg | 18% |
| Vitamin D C | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E C | 0.58 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K C | 7.5 µg | 6% |
| Thiamin (B1) C | 0.046 mg | 4% |
| Riboflavin (B2) C | 0.018 mg | 1% |
| Niacin (B3) C | 0.6 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 C | 0.078 mg | 5% |
| Folate (B9) C | 13 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 C | 0 µg | 0% |
| Choline C | 7 mg | 1% |
| Calcium C | 10 mg | 0.8% |
| Iron C | 0.22 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium C | 10 mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus C | 23 mg | 2% |
| Potassium C | 226 mg | 5% |
| Zinc C | 0.15 mg | 1% |
| Copper C | 0.051 mg | 6% |
| Selenium C | 0 µg | 0% |
% DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults (reference amounts). Letters show how each value was obtained: M measured, C calculated, L label, Z assumed zero, I imputed. Vitamins and minerals not listed were not reported by the source.
Nutritional breakdown
- Protein 15%
- Carbohydrates 73%
- Fat 13%
Approximate share of calories, using general energy factors (4 kcal/g protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g fat, 7 kcal/g alcohol).
Vitamins and minerals, % Daily Value per 100 g
Nutritional insights
- Protein per 100 kcal4.1 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water94.4 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat C | 0.031 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat C | 0.083 g |
Individual fatty acids (19)
| EPA (omega-3, 20:5 n-3) C | 0 g |
|---|---|
| DHA (omega-3, 22:6 n-3) C | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6, 18:2) C | 0.08 g |
| SFA 4:0 C | 0 g |
| SFA 6:0 C | 0 g |
| SFA 8:0 C | 0 g |
| SFA 10:0 C | 0 g |
| SFA 12:0 C | 0 g |
| SFA 14:0 C | 0 g |
| SFA 16:0 C | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 C | 0.008 g |
| MUFA 18:1 C | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 18:3 C | 0.003 g |
| PUFA 20:4 C | 0 g |
| MUFA 16:1 C | 0.001 g |
| PUFA 18:4 C | 0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 C | 0 g |
| MUFA 22:1 C | 0 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) C | 0 g |
Carotenoids (6)
| Beta-carotene C | 397 µg |
|---|---|
| Lycopene C | 2,810 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin C | 103 µg |
| Retinol C | 0 µg |
| Carotene, alpha C | 61 µg |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta C | 6 µg |
Other components (8)
| Water C | 94.4 g |
|---|---|
| Alcohol C | 0 g |
| Caffeine C | 0 mg |
| Theobromine C | 0 mg |
| Folic acid C | 0 µg |
| Folate, food C | 13 µg |
| Vitamin E, added C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12, added C | 0 µg |
Other forms of Tomatoes
Raw, cooked, dried and processed versions are separate records with their own measured values.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomatoes, sun-dried Dried or dry | 258 | 14.1 g | 55.8 g | 3 g |
| Tomatoes, sun-dried, packed in oil, drained Dried or dry | 213 | 5.1 g | 23.3 g | 14.1 g |
| Tomatoes, red, ripe, cooked Cooked | 18 | 0.95 g | 4 g | 0.11 g |
| Tomatoes, red, ripe, canned, packed in tomato juice Canned | 16 | 0.79 g | 3.5 g | 0.25 g |
| Tomatoes, red, ripe, canned, stewed Cooked | 26 | 0.91 g | 6.2 g | 0.19 g |
| Tomatoes, red, ripe, canned, with green chilies Canned | 15 | 0.69 g | 3.6 g | 0.08 g |
| Tomatoes, red, ripe, cooked, stewed Cooked | 79 | 2 g | 13.1 g | 2.7 g |
| Tomatoes, yellow, raw Raw | 15 | 0.98 g | 3 g | 0.26 g |
| Tomatoes, red, ripe, cooked, with salt Cooked | 18 | 0.95 g | 4 g | 0.11 g |
| Tomatoes, red, ripe, canned, packed in tomato juice, no salt added Canned | 16 | 0.79 g | 3.5 g | 0.25 g |
| Tomatoes, green, raw Raw | 23 | 1.2 g | 5.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Tomato, red, ripe, raw Raw | 18 | 0.88 g | 3.9 g | 0.2 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Foods with a similar nutritional profile
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zucchini, raw Raw | 17 | 1.2 g | 3.1 g | 0.32 g |
| Iceberg lettuce, raw Raw | 14 | 0.9 g | 3 g | 0.14 g |
| Green bell pepper, raw Raw | 20 | 0.86 g | 4.6 g | 0.17 g |
| Cucumber, with peel, raw Raw | 15 | 0.65 g | 3.6 g | 0.11 g |
| Celery, raw Raw | 14 | 0.69 g | 3 g | 0.17 g |
| Cauliflower, raw Raw | 25 | 1.9 g | 5 g | 0.28 g |
| Romaine lettuce, raw Raw | 17 | 1.2 g | 3.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Asparagus, raw Raw | 20 | 2.2 g | 3.9 g | 0.12 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in raw tomatoes?
100 g of raw tomatoes has 20 kcal. 1 slice (20 g): about 4 kcal. 1 grape tomato (8 g): about 2 kcal. 1 cherry (17 g): about 3 kcal.
How much protein is in raw tomatoes?
Raw tomatoes contains 0.82 g of protein per 100 g (2% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 0.16 g in 1 slice (20 g). About 15% of its calories come from protein.
How many carbs are in raw tomatoes?
Raw tomatoes has 4 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 1.2 g of fiber and 2.6 g of sugars.
How much fat is in raw tomatoes?
Raw tomatoes contains 0.31 g of fat per 100 g, of which 0.028 g is saturated (0.1% of the Daily Value).
What vitamins and minerals does raw tomatoes contain?
Per 100 g, the most notable amounts relative to the Daily Value are Vitamin C (18% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in raw tomatoes?
100 g contains 4 mg of sodium, 0.2% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Does tomatoes have the same nutrition raw and dried or dry?
No. Per 100 g, tomatoes, raw has 20 kcal, while tomatoes, sun-dried has 258 kcal. Processing changes the water content, so always use the record that matches how you weigh the food.
Where does this nutrition data come from?
From USDA FoodData Central: FNDDS (Survey), record dated October 31, 2024. FoodFactly last checked it on November 6, 2026. Each value above shows whether it was measured, calculated or taken from a label.
Source of the nutrition information
- USDA FoodData Central: FNDDS (Survey), record 2709719. License: CC0 1.0 (U.S. public domain). Source record dated October 31, 2024. Imported November 6, 2026.
Last updated: . Data quality score: 100/100 (how it is calculated).
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