How much protein is in Beets (Raw)?

Beets (Raw) provides 1.7g of protein per 100g, which is 3% of the recommended daily value.

Is Beets (Raw) high in fat?

Beets (Raw) is low in fat with only 0.3g per 100g (0% DV).

What vitamins and minerals are in Beets (Raw)?

Beets (Raw) is a notable source of Folate (26% DV), Copper (18% DV), and Dietary Fiber (11% DV) per 100g.

Beets (Raw)

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Beets, raw

Vegetables and Vegetable Products

Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (1.7g), fat (0.3g), and carbohydrates (8.8g) per 100g. Sodium is modest at 112mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Fiber content sits at 3.1g per 100g — not a primary source, but it adds up in combination with other high-fiber foods. Beyond its macros, Beets (Raw) provides notable amounts of Folate, Copper, Dietary Fiber per 100g. Composed of 88% water by weight, Beets (Raw) also contributes to daily hydration.

Calories0kcal

Protein1.7G

Fat0.3G

Carbs8.8G

Fiber3.1G

Calorie Distribution

45kcal

Protein15%1.7 g
Fat6%0.3 g
Carbs79%8.8 g

Serving Size

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water	88.2	G
Protein	1.7	G
Total lipid (fat)	0.30	G
Carbohydrate, by difference	8.8	G
Fiber, total dietary	3.1	G

Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid	4.6	MG
Folate, total	103	UG

Calcium, Ca	13.8	MG
Iron, Fe	0.43	MG
Magnesium, Mg	21.0	MG
Phosphorus, P	33.6	MG
Potassium, K	342	MG
Sodium, Na	112	MG
Zinc, Zn	0.31	MG
Copper, Cu	0.16	MG
Manganese, Mn	0.26	MG

Energy (Atwater General Factors)	44.6	KCAL
Energy (Atwater Specific Factors)	41.0	KCAL
Nitrogen	0.27	G
Ash	1.1	G
Sugars, Total	5.1	G
Sucrose	4.3	G
Glucose	0.30	G
Fructose	0.51	G
Lactose	0	G
Maltose	0	G
5-methyl tetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF)	64.0	UG

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Nutrient Highlights

Beets (Raw) is a good source of Fiber (11% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber

Dietary Considerations

Beets (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 112mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Beets (Raw) is a meaningful source of folate at 103mcg per 100g, important during pregnancy. See the Pregnancy Nutrition Guide.

Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods

Fiber: top 17% (#1,405 of 8,262)
Vitamin C: top 21% (#1,735 of 8,262)
Potassium: top 24% (#1,983 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories0

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0.30G0%

Cholesterol 0mg0%

Sodium 112MG5%

Total Carbohydrate 8.8G3%

Dietary Fiber 3.1G11%

Total Sugars 0

Protein 1.7G3%

Vitamin D 0mcg0%

Calcium 13.8MG1%

Iron 0.43MG2%

Potassium 342MG7%

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Data Source

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 2685576.

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