Papaya: Nutrition Facts
Papaya is a tropical fruit eaten fresh, often peeled and seeded. The USDA SR Legacy entry below describes the raw form, which is low in fat and protein and made up mostly of water and carbohydrate.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 0.5 | 10.8 | 1.7 | 0.3 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 43 (2%) | 0.5 (1%) | 10.8 (4%) | 1.7 (6%) | 0.3 (0%) |
| 1 small fruit (~157 g) | 68 (3%) | 0.7 (1%) | 17.0 (6%) | 2.7 (10%) | 0.4 (1%) |
| 1 large fruit (~781 g) | 336 (17%) | 3.7 (7%) | 84.5 (31%) | 13.3 (47%) | 2.0 (3%) |
| 1 cup mashed (~230 g) | 99 (5%) | 1.1 (2%) | 24.9 (9%) | 3.9 (14%) | 0.6 (1%) |
| 1 cup 1-inch pieces (~145 g) | 62 (3%) | 0.7 (1%) | 15.7 (6%) | 2.5 (9%) | 0.4 (0%) |
Percent Daily Value shows how much a nutrient in one serving contributes to a daily diet, based on the United States Food and Drug Administration reference intake of 2,000 calories a day. The FDA notes that 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice and that individual needs vary. The values below are calculated from the USDA macros for this food. FDA Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (21 CFR 101.9), accessed 2026-06-05.
| Serving | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 43 | 2% |
| Protein (g) | 0.5 | 1% |
| Carb (g) | 10.8 | 4% |
| Fiber (g) | 1.7 | 6% |
| Fat (g) | 0.3 | 0% |
How much protein in Papaya?
Papaya, raw, contains 0.5 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 small fruit (~157 g) serving therefore provides about 0.7 g of protein.
How many calories in Papaya?
Papaya, raw, supplies about 43 kcal per 100 g. A 1 small fruit (~157 g) serving works out to roughly 68 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 small fruit (~157 g): 68 kcal, 0.7 g protein, 0.4 g fat
- 1 large fruit (~781 g): 336 kcal, 3.7 g protein, 2.0 g fat
- 1 cup mashed (~230 g): 99 kcal, 1.1 g protein, 0.6 g fat
- 1 cup 1-inch pieces (~145 g): 62 kcal, 0.7 g protein, 0.4 g fat
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 169926, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Papayas, raw - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29