Avocados have become a staple in many diets, celebrated for their creamy texture and "healthy fat" content. Whether you're mashing them into guacamole, slicing them onto toast, or adding them to salads, understanding their nutritional profile is key for accurate tracking. People often ask about avocado calories because their size and ripeness can vary significantly.
The calorie count of an avocado depends on the variety, the size and the ripeness, which is why the figures below are given as a range. The fat content, and with it the caloric density, differs widely between varieties and even between two fruits from the same tree.
The following table provides the typical nutritional values for 100 grams of raw avocado. The ranges account for natural variations due to variety, ripeness, and growing conditions.
| Nutrient | Value (per 100g) | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118–251 kcal | High |
| Protein | 1.5–3.0 g | High |
| Total Fat | 8.4–23.2 g | High |
| Carbohydrates | 8.0–9.0 g | Medium |
| Fiber | 3.2–12.7 g | High |
| Total Sugars | 0.0–0.6 g | High |
Source: USDA FoodData Central, Avocados, raw, California #171706, and Avocado, raw #2709223
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