Tomato nutrition information
| Nutrient | Carbs 100 g | % RI* | Medium tomato (150 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 18 kcal75 kJ | 1% | 27 kcal113 kJ |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | 0.3 g |
| of which saturated fatty acids | 0 g | 0% | 0 g |
| Carbs | 2.7 g | 1% | 4.1 g |
| of which sugars | 2.6 g | 3% | 3.9 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | - | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | 1.4 g |
| Salt | 0.01 g | 0% | 0.02 g |
| Water | 94.5 g | - | 141.8 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 a tomato?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 slice20 g | 4 kcal | 0.2 g | 0.5 g | <0.1 g |
| 5 cherry tomatoes85 g | 15 kcal | 0.8 g | 2.3 g | 0.2 g |
| 100 g | 18 kcal | 0.9 g | 2.7 g | 0.2 g |
| Medium tomato150 g | 27 kcal | 1.4 g | 4.1 g | 0.3 g |
| Large tomato220 g | 40 kcal | 2 g | 5.9 g | 0.4 g |
Vitamins and minerals
Per 100 g of tomato, the highest amounts are vitamin C (17% RI), potassium (12%), and vitamin K (11%). We show nutrients that provide at least 2% RI per 100 g.
| Nutrient | Carbs 100 g | % RI |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 237 mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 24 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.2 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 13.7 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamin) | 0.04 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 0.6 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg | 6% |
| Folate | 15 µg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 42 µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 7.9 µg | 11% |
Tomato compared with other foods
Tomato has more calories per 100 g than 17% of the vegetables in our chart. Here are foods in the vegetables category with a similar calorie content (kcal per 100 g):
- Fermented cucumber11 kcal
- Cucumber15 kcal
- Canned tomatoes16 kcal
- Zucchini17 kcal
- Tomato18 kcal
- Sauerkraut19 kcal
- Green bell pepper20 kcal
- Mushrooms22 kcal
- Spinach23 kcal
Tomato in meal plans
You’ll find this food in ready-made meal plans for 7 days, with recipes and a shopping list:
- 1200 kcal meal plan - day 1: fried eggs with bacon and mushrooms
- 1500 kcal meal plan - day 1: turkey meatballs in tomato sauce with pearl barley
- 1800 kcal meal plan - day 1: red lentil dal with rice
- 2000 kcal meal plan - day 1: tortilla with tofu, bell pepper, and lettuce
Recipes with this ingredient
- Tomato soup with rice and chicken – about 481 kcal per serving
- Caprese with arugula - about 406 kcal per serving
- Baked eggplant with tomatoes and mozzarella - about 426 kcal per serving
- Chili sin carne with brown rice – about 650 kcal per serving
- Chickpea and spinach curry with millet – about 610 kcal per serving
- Greek salad with feta - about 421 kcal per serving
Find more ideas in recipes with calories and macros.
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Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database - “Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw, year round average” (NDB 11529). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and depend on variety, size, and preparation method. For packaged products, check the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: . How we prepare our calorie chart.