Calories in a pear
A usual serving, 1 medium pear (160 g), has about 90 kcal; 100 g ≈ 57 kcal.
Nutrition facts
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 57 | 0.4 g | 0.1 g | 12 g | 3.1 g |
| 1 medium pear 160 g | 91 | 0.6 g | 0.2 g | 19 g | 5 g |
Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: high · Updated:
Calories per serving
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 medium pear 160 g | 91 | 0.6 g | 0.2 g | 19 g |
| 2 pears 320 g | 182 | 1.3 g | 0.3 g | 39 g |
How it fits into a day
A medium pear of about 160 g has about 90 kcal and 5 g fibre, more than most fruit. Ripe ones are sweet, so it's handy when you crave something sweet. Almost all of the calories come from carbs.
A usual serving (1 medium pear) is about 5% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.
Lighter options
- A pear and a piece of cheese make a snack with a bit more protein.
- Pears from a compote have more calories because of the syrup.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a pear?
About 90 kcal in 160 g, with 0.6 g protein, 0.2 g fat and 19 g carbs.
How many calories are in 100 g of pear?
About 57 kcal per 100 g: 0.4 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 12 g carbs, plus 3.1 g fibre.
Does a pear have a lot of sugar?
About 12 g carbs per 100 g, similar to an apple. A medium pear has about 19 g.
See also
-
Mandarin
53 kcal
per 100 g
1 mandarin: 40 kcal
-
Apple
52 kcal
per 100 g
1 medium apple: 85 kcal
-
Sweet cherries
63 kcal
per 100 g
1 bowl: 95 kcal
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