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Avocado

Hass Avocado / Butter Fruit / Makhan Phal

Persea americana

A unique high-fat fruit rich in monounsaturated oleic acid, potassium (surpassing bananas), fiber, and fat-soluble vitamin E.

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ENERGY160kcal / 100g
PROTEIN2.0grams
FIBER6.7grams
CARBS8.5grams
FAT14.7grams
SERVING SIZE BASIS100 g edible portion
Clean ripe Hass avocado sliced in half showcasing creamy green texture and seed
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STANDOUT MICRONUTRIENTS

Notable Nutrients in Avocado

Key vitamins and minerals meeting high percentages of daily recommended intake

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COMPOSITION

Full Nutrition Breakdown

Laboratory assayed values from published composition records

/ 100g
Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Breakdown

Per 100g Edible Portion

/ 100g

Macronutrients

MacronutrientsAmount% Daily Value*
Calories (Energy)160kcal
8%
Protein2.0g
4%
Carbohydrates8.5g
3%
Dietary Fiber6.7g
24%
Total Fat14.7g
19%
Saturated Fat2.1g
11%
Total Sugars0.66g
1%
Sodium7.0mg
0%

Vitamins

VitaminsAmount% Daily Value*
Vitamin CAscorbic Acid
10.0mg
11%
Vitamin A (RAE)Retinol & Carotenoids
7.0µg
1%
Vitamin DCholecalciferol / Ergocalciferol
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Vitamin EAlpha-tocopherol
2.1mg
14%
Vitamin KPhylloquinone & Menaquinones
21µg
18%
Folate (DFE)Vitamin B9
81µg
20%
0.07mg
6%
0.13mg
10%
1.7mg
11%
1.4mg
28%
Vitamin B6Pyridoxal 5-phosphate
0.26mg
15%
Vitamin B12Cobalamin
0µg
0%

Minerals

MineralsAmount% Daily Value*
Potassium485mg
10%
Calcium12.0mg
1%
Iron0.55mg
3%
Magnesium29.0mg
7%
Phosphorus52.0mg
4%
Zinc0.64mg
6%

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions about Avocado

Expert-verified answers to common nutritional and dietary questions

How many calories and carbs are in Avocado?

A 100-gram serving of Avocado contains 160 calories, 8.5g of total carbohydrates, and 6.7g of dietary fiber (yielding approx. 1.8g net carbs). By portion: 100 g contains approximately 160 calories; 1/2 medium avocado (68 g) contains approximately 109 calories; 1 whole avocado (136 g) contains approximately 218 calories; 1 cup cubed (150 g) contains approximately 240 calories.

What are the standout vitamins and health benefits of Avocado?

Avocado is particularly high in Pantothenic Acid (B5) (28% Daily Value), Folate (DFE) (20% Daily Value), Vitamin K (18% Daily Value), Vitamin B6 (15% Daily Value). A unique high-fat fruit rich in monounsaturated oleic acid, potassium (surpassing bananas), fiber, and fat-soluble vitamin E.

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Is Avocado suitable for low-carb, keto, or vegan diets?

Avocado is naturally vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, high fiber, low carb. With 160 calories and 6.7g of fiber per 100g, it fits well into healthy balanced, plant-based, and calorie-conscious meal plans.

Verified Data Source

USDA FoodData Central

Verified Record
DatasetFoundation Foods
Record Identifier#171705
Preparation Stateraw
Standard Basis100g edible portion

Values reflect assayed composite laboratory samples from published public food tables. Naturally occurring nutrients vary by harvest variety and culinary preparation.

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