Tomato
Per serving: 1 cup chopped (180g)
About Tomato
Tomatoes are juicy, mildly acidic vegetables used in salads, sandwiches, sauces, curries and soups. Botanically they are fruits, but they are categorized as vegetables in culinary and food-group systems.
One cup of chopped raw tomato provides about 32 calories and is composed mostly of water. Tomatoes also supply Vitamin C, potassium, Vitamin K, folate and carotenoid pigments, including lycopene.
At-a-Glance Stats
Macronutrient Breakdown
32 kcal
Total calories per 1 cup chopped (180g)
Protein
Builds & repairs muscle tissue
3% of typical daily value
Carbohydrates
Primary fuel source for energy
7% of typical daily value
Total Fat
Supports hormones & nutrient uptake
1% of typical daily value
Dietary Fiber
Feeds gut bacteria & aids digestion
7% of typical daily value
Calories by Serving Size
All values are approximate. Actual nutrition may vary by apple variety (Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, etc.).
Key Health Benefits
- 1
Provides lycopene and other carotenoids with antioxidant activity.
- 2
Vitamin C supports collagen formation, immune function and antioxidant defense.
- 3
Its high water content and low calorie density add volume to meals.
- 4
Potassium contributes to normal fluid balance, nerve signaling and muscle function.
Vitamins & Minerals
% Daily Value (2,000 cal diet):
≥20% High10-19% Good<10% LowExpert Tip
Store ripe tomatoes at room temperature for the best flavor. Cooking tomatoes with a small amount of olive oil can improve the absorption of fat-soluble carotenoids such as lycopene.
Diet Compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Tomato?›
Tomato contains 32 calories per 1 cup chopped (180g). This includes 1.6g protein (6.4 kcal), 7g carbohydrates (28 kcal), and 0.4g fat (3.6 kcal).
How much protein does Tomato have?›
Tomato provides 1.6g of protein per 1 cup chopped (180g).
Is Tomato good for weight loss?›
Potassium contributes to normal fluid balance, nerve signaling and muscle function. With 32 calories per serving, it can fit well within a calorie-controlled diet.