Food nutrition · Vegetables

Kale — calories & nutrition

Kale has about 61 kcal per 100 g — 4.3 g protein, 9 g carbs and 0.9 g fat. Below is the full breakdown per 100 g and per typical serving, plus answers to common questions.

NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (1 handful (50 g))
Calories61 kcal31 kcal
Protein4.3 g2.2 g
Carbs9 g4.5 g
Fat0.9 g0.5 g

Values from the USDA FoodData Central database.

Frequently asked questions

Kale: how many calories does it have?

Kale contains about 61 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving (1 handful (50 g)) is roughly 31 kcal.

Kale: how much protein does it have?

Per 100 g, Kale provides 4.3 g of protein, 9 g of carbohydrates and 0.9 g of fat.

Does Kale fit a healthy diet?

Yes — like any food, Kale fits a healthy, goal-based diet when portioned to your daily calories and macros. Use the figures above to match it to your plan.

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