Kale Calories and Nutrition Facts

Calories and nutrients based on laboratory measurements

Summary

Calories
35
kcal / 100 g
Protein
2.9
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
4.4
g / 100 g
Fat
1.5
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
  • Protein 27%
  • Carbohydrates 42%
  • Fat 31%

100 grams of Kale contain 35 kcal, 2.9 g protein, 4.4 g carbohydrates and 1.5 g fat. 1 cup (20.6 g) has about 7 kcal.

Low calorieLow fatLow sugarLow sodiumSource of fiberHigh protein

Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).

Kale Nutrition Facts

VitaminsPer 100 gNRV
Vitamin A241 µg30%
Vitamin C93.4 mg117%
Vitamin D0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.66 mg6%
Vitamin K390 µg520%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)0.11 mg10%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)0.35 mg25%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)1.2 mg7%
Vitamin B60.15 mg11%
Vitamin B120 µg0%
Folate62 µg31%
MineralsPer 100 gNRV
Calcium254 mg32%
Iron1.6 mg11%
Magnesium32.7 mg9%
Phosphorus55 mg8%
Potassium348 mg17%
Sodium53 mg2%
Zinc0.39 mg4%
Copper0.053 mg5%
Manganese0.92 mg46%
Fat breakdownPer 100 g
Cholesterol0 mg

NRV: share of the EU adult nutrient reference value provided by 100 g.

Allergens and Diets

Contains none of the 14 major EU allergens.

Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Gluten-free
Yes
Dairy-free
Yes

Based on the food itself; processed products may contain traces.

Data Source

Values are laboratory measurements from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) FoodData Central database.

USDA record: Kale, raw. View on USDA

Values are averages and vary by recipe, product and portion. Not medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Kale?
100 grams of Kale contain 35 kcal. 1 cup (20.6 g) has about 7 kcal.
How much protein is in Kale?
100 grams contain 2.9 g of protein; 27% of its energy comes from protein.
Is Kale gluten-free?
Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
Is Kale vegan?
Yes, it contains no animal products.

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