Carrots (Raw)
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Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (0.9g), fat (0.4g), and carbohydrates (10.3g) per 100g. Sodium is modest at 87mg 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. Composed of 88% water by weight, Carrots (Raw) also contributes to daily hydration.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein8%0.94 g
- Fat7%0.35 g
- Carbs86%10.3 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 87.7 | G |
| Protein | 0.94 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.35 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 10.3 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.1 | G |
| Thiamin | 0.07 | MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.10 | MG |
| Niacin | 1.4 | MG |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.15 | MG |
| Folate, total | 37.1 | UG |
| Calcium, Ca | 30.5 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 0.15 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 12.4 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 39.8 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 280 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 86.7 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.24 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 0.06 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.13 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 0 | UG |
| Energy (Atwater General Factors) | 48.0 | KCAL |
| Energy (Atwater Specific Factors) | 45.0 | KCAL |
| Nitrogen | 0.15 | G |
| Ash | 0.72 | G |
| Biotin | 2.2 | UG |
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Nutrient Highlights
- Carrots (Raw) is a good source of Fiber (11% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber
Dietary Considerations
Carrots (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 87mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Fiber: top 18% (#1,487 of 8,262)
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* 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: 2258586.
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