Cooked beet: calories and nutrition information

Nutrition information: cooked beet

Nutrient	Carbs 100 g	% RI*	Medium beet (140 g)
Energy	44 kcal184 kJ	2%	62 kcal259 kJ
Fat	0.2 g	0%	0.3 g
of which saturated fatty acids	0 g	0%	0 g
Carbs	8 g	3%	11.2 g
of which sugars	8 g	9%	11.2 g
Fiber	2 g	-	2.8 g
Protein	1.7 g	3%	2.4 g
Salt	0.19 g	3%	0.27 g
Water	87.1 g	-	121.9 g

* RI = reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Carbs exclude fiber, as shown on EU food labels.

How many calories are in cooked beet?

Calories and macronutrients in typical servings. Use the calculator at the top of the page to calculate a different weight.

Serving	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
100 g	44 kcal	1.7 g	8 g	0.2 g
Medium beet140 g	62 kcal	2.4 g	11.2 g	0.3 g

Vitamins and minerals

Per 100 g, cooked beet is highest in folate (40% DV), potassium (15%), and magnesium (6%). We show nutrients that provide at least 2% DV per 100 g.

Nutrient	Carbs 100 g	% RI
Potassium	305 mg	15%
Calcium	16 mg	2%
Magnesium	23 mg	6%
Phosphorus	38 mg	5%
Iron	0.8 mg	6%
Zinc	0.4 mg	4%
Vitamin C	3.6 mg	5%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)	0.03 mg	3%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)	0.04 mg	3%
Vitamin B6	0.07 mg	5%
Folate	80 µg	40%

Cooked beet compared with other foods

Cooked beet has more calories per 100 g than 70% of the vegetables in our chart. Here are foods in the vegetables category with a similar calorie content (kcal per 100 g):

Carrot41 kcal
Celeriac42 kcal
Brussels sprouts43 kcal
Raw beet43 kcal
Cooked beet44 kcal
Leek61 kcal
Canned corn67 kcal
Raw potatoes77 kcal
Raw sweet potato86 kcal

Cooked beet in meal plans

You’ll find this food in ready-made meal plans for 7 days, with recipes and a shopping list:

1800 kcal meal plan – day 4: vegetable sticks with beet hummus
2000 kcal meal plan – day 5: vegetable sticks with beet hummus
Vegan diet - day 3: vegetable sticks with beet hummus
High-protein meal plan - day 3: oven-baked breaded pork chop with potatoes and beets

Recipes with this ingredient

Lentil, beet, and nut salad - about 455 kcal per serving
Oven-baked pork loin cutlet with potatoes and beetroot (schabowy z piekarnika z ziemniakami i buraczkami) - about 633 kcal per serving
Vegetable sticks with beet hummus - about 176 kcal per serving

Find more ideas in recipes with calories and macros.

FAQs

How many calories are in a medium beet?

One medium beet (about 140 g) has about 62 kcal: 2.4 g protein, 11.2 g carbs, and 0.3 g fat.

How many calories are in 100 g of cooked beet?

100 g of cooked beet has 44 kcal (184 kJ). For comparison, 100 g of raw beet has 43 kcal.

How much protein is in cooked beet?

Cooked beet has 1.7 g of protein per 100 g, and about 2.4 g in one medium beet.

How many carbs are in cooked beet?

There are 8 g of digestible carbs per 100 g of cooked beet, including 8 g of sugars, plus 2 g of fiber.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database - “Beets, cooked, boiled, drained” (NDB 11081). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and may vary depending on variety, size, and preparation method. For packaged products, check the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes only and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: 11 November 2026. How we put together our calorie chart.