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Calories in lettuce

A usual serving (50 g) has about 10 kcal; 100 g ≈ 15 kcal.

Serving kcal Protein Fat Carbs Fibre
100 g 15 1.4 g 0.1 g 1.6 g 1.3 g
1 serving 50 g 8 0.7 g 0.1 g 0.8 g 0.7 g

Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: high · Updated:

Calories per serving

Serving kcal Protein Fat Carbs
1 serving 50 g 8 0.7 g 0.1 g 0.8 g
Larger serving 100 g 15 1.4 g 0.1 g 1.6 g

How it fits into a day

A 50 g serving of lettuce has only about 10 kcal. Almost all the calories in a bowl of salad come from the dressing, oil and toppings. The calories come mainly from carbs (about 50%) and protein (about 45%).

A usual serving is about 0% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.

Lighter options

  • Lettuce with vinegar and a little oil goes with any meal.
  • Add a boiled egg or tuna and the salad becomes a meal.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in a serving of lettuce?

About 10 kcal in 50 g, with 0.7 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 0.8 g carbs.

How many calories are in 100 g of lettuce?

About 15 kcal per 100 g: 1.4 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 1.6 g carbs, plus 1.3 g fibre.

How many calories are in lettuce with oil?

The lettuce alone is about 15 kcal per 100 g; the oil adds the most, so count it by the teaspoon.

See also

Full table: Vegetables, salads and spreads