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Calories in zucchini

A usual serving, 1 zucchini (200 g), has about 30 kcal; 100 g ≈ 15 kcal.

Serving kcal Protein Fat Carbs Fibre
100 g 15 1.1 g 0.4 g 1.7 g 1 g
1 zucchini 200 g 30 2.2 g 0.8 g 3.4 g 2 g

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

Calories per serving

Serving kcal Protein Fat Carbs
1 zucchini 200 g 30 2.2 g 0.8 g 3.4 g
Half a zucchini 100 g 15 1.1 g 0.4 g 1.7 g

How it fits into a day

A 200 g boiled zucchini has only about 30 kcal. Zucchini has a mild taste and takes on whatever you add, so it fills a plate without calories. The calories come mainly from carbs (about 45%) and protein (about 30%).

A usual serving (1 zucchini) is about 2% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.

Lighter options

  • Grilled zucchini with a little oil and garlic is a side for any grilled meat.
  • Breaded zucchini has far more calories than boiled or grilled.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one zucchini?

About 30 kcal in 200 g, with 2.2 g protein, 0.8 g fat and 3.4 g carbs.

How many calories are in 100 g of boiled zucchini?

About 15 kcal per 100 g: 1.1 g protein, 0.4 g fat and 1.7 g carbs, plus 1 g fibre.

Is zucchini good when you count calories?

Yes: about 15 kcal per 100 g, and it's filling. The calories come from the oil and breadcrumbs in cooking.

See also

Full table: Vegetables, salads and spreads