AvocadoNutrition reference
Fruit

Avocado

Avocado is a creamy, nutrient-dense fruit high in healthy fats. Per 100 g it provides about 223 calories with 8.3 g carbs.

223.3
kcalper 100g
Carbs
8.32g
Protein
1.81g
Fat
20.31g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 grams

Reference values
Measurement basis
Food state
Raw
Edible portion
Raw peeled Hass avocado flesh; existing source-specific basis
Measurement basis
Per 100 g raw edible portion
Energy (kcal)
223.3 kcal
Protein
1.8125 g
Carbohydrates
8.3235 g
Fat
20.31 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Sodium1
<2.49 mg
More nutrients9
Energy (kJ)
934.4 kJ
Calcium
14.46 mg
Potassium
576.4 mg
Magnesium
32.8 mg
Iron
0.6133 mg
Zinc
0.4596 mg
Vitamin B6
0.1674 mg
Vitamin B9 (folate)
128.7 µg
Vitamin C1
<4 mg
  1. Below quantification limit

Data sources

2
  1. 1

    USDA FoodData Central — Foundation Foods

    2710824 · Foundation Foods April 2026; 2024-10-31

  2. 2

    Food Standards Australia New Zealand

    F000162 · AFCD Release3, December2025

About this food

Understanding this nutrition reference

Avocado is a creamy, green-fleshed fruit known for its mild flavor and rich texture. It is eaten raw in salads, guacamole, and on toast.

Nutritionally, avocado is high in fat, unlike most fruits. Per 100 g it provides about 223 kcal, 8.3 g of carbohydrates, 1.8 g of protein, and 20.3 g of fat.

Avocado is energy-dense, so it is usually eaten in moderate portions. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Plan your portion

How much is in your serving of Avocado?

Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of avocado flesh. A typical half avocado (about 68 g) provides roughly 152 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
ServingWeightCaloriesCarbsProteinFat
100 g100 g223.3 kcal8.3 g1.8 g20.3 g
1/2 avocado68 g151.8 kcal5.7 g1.2 g13.8 g
1 avocado136 g303.7 kcal11.3 g2.5 g27.6 g

Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.

Energy (kcal)
223.3 kcal
Energy (kJ)
934.4 kJ
Protein
1.8125 g
Carbohydrates
8.3235 g
Fat
20.31 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Sodium1
<2.49 mg
Calcium
14.46 mg
Potassium
576.4 mg
Magnesium
32.8 mg
Iron
0.6133 mg
Zinc
0.4596 mg
Vitamin B6
0.1674 mg
Vitamin B9 (folate)
128.7 µg
Vitamin C1
<4 mg

Questions and answers

Avocado nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in avocado?

Avocado provides about 223 calories per 100 g. A typical half avocado (about 68 g) provides roughly 152 calories.

Is avocado high in fat?

Yes. Avocado provides about 20.3 g of fat per 100 g, mostly healthy unsaturated fats.

Is avocado a fruit?

Yes. Avocado is a fruit, though it is much higher in fat than most other fruits.