How Many Calories Are in a Large Tomato?
Are Tomatoes Good for Your Diets?
Tomatoes are among the most consumed fruits in the world (yes, fruits!). They belong to the Solanaceae plant family and are characterized by their juicy fruit, seeds, and bright reddish-yellow color. Tomatoes are a popular ingredient in many international cuisines and are known for their nutritional significance. While they are often underestimated, tomatoes are a nutrient powerhouses and can be a vital player in a balanced diet.
How many calories are in a large tomato?
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), a small tomato typically weighs around 28 grams (100g) and contains zero calories (yes, you read that right – zero Calories!). However, as it grows and becomes larger or riper, the calorie amount increases.
Calorie breakdown of a large tomato:
| Description | Calories per 100g Approx. | Vitamin C (30% of RDI) | Soluble Fiber (25g | Potassium (10% ofRDI) | Protein (2 Grams per 100g ) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 0 kcal | 27%. 18.5mg/L | – | 0%) 220 mg/L | 0 gram | |
| Medium | 17/20 | 30% | 2.1g | 110% 460 mg/L | ~1.1 gram | |
| Large | 25/2 | 35% 41.5 mg/L | **3%. 15g/L / | 110% 620,120 mg/L | 2.1 gram~ | |
| XL | 33** | 40% 23.5mg/L | 3 gram | 2.3 *gram | ||
| Extra-Lge | 36 | 45%37.3mg/L | , 3g/L / | – | 3.5 grams~ * | |
| Giganto | 41g | 48% 48*g/L/- | 4.65g*L / | 90% 8.6 mL/L |
What do your eyes trick you? So, here’s the question the title aims to answer: is a large tomato really calorie-scarce? The answer still remains affirmative. Yes, depending on their size and ripening stage, large tomatoes typically add up to about 25-33 caloriesthat are almost negligrable in weight. When you eat small tomatoes, those calories will likely take up almost the entire nutritional makeup of the food. However, the added calories come from other organic compounds.