Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 25 kcal104.6 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 5.9 g
- Protein
- 1 g
- Total fat
- 0.2 g
- Dietary fiber
- 3 g
- Sodium
- 2 mg
- Calcium
- 9 mg
Nutrition referenceVegetables
Eggplant
Eggplant is a glossy, purple-skinned vegetable with spongy flesh, usually cooked. Per 100 g it provides 25 calories with 5.9 g carbs and 3 g fiber.
25
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 5.9g
- Protein
- 1g
- Fat
- 0.2g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Eggplant, also called aubergine, is a glossy, deep-purple vegetable with soft, spongy flesh. It is rarely eaten raw and is usually roasted, grilled, fried, or stewed, and is a key ingredient in dishes such as ratatouille and baba ghanoush.
Nutritionally, eggplant is low in calories and mostly water. Per 100 g it provides about 25 kcal, 5.9 g of carbohydrates, 1 g of protein, and 0.2 g of fat, with 3 g of dietary fiber, 2 mg of sodium, and 9 mg of calcium.
Eggplant absorbs oil readily when fried, which can add many calories to a dish. For accurate tracking, weigh the eggplant as prepared and note the cooking method, and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical 1 cup of cubed eggplant (about 82 g) provides roughly 21 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Eggplant nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in eggplant?
Eggplant provides about 25 calories per 100 g. A typical 1 cup of cubed eggplant (about 82 g) provides roughly 21 calories.
Is eggplant high in fiber?
Eggplant provides about 3 g of dietary fiber per 100 g, while remaining low in calories.
Does eggplant absorb oil?
Yes. Eggplant absorbs oil readily when fried, which can add many calories. Roasting, grilling, or stewing with less oil keeps the calorie count lower.
