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Carrot

Rich in Vitamin A

Overview

Why eat a carrot?

Carrots are one of the richest everyday sources of vitamin A, delivering more than a full day's worth in a single cup grated, for very few calories. They also bring fiber, potassium and vitamin K in a crunchy, inexpensive package that works raw, roasted or stirred into soups.

Good to know: A little fat alongside carrots, such as olive oil or a dip, helps the body absorb their fat-soluble vitamin A more effectively.

  1. Outstanding vitamin A

    One cup grated supplies 918 µg of vitamin A, about 102% of the Daily Value, supporting normal vision, immune defenses and healthy skin.

  2. Fiber for digestion

    With 2.8 g of fiber per 100 g (10% DV), carrots add bulk that helps keep digestion regular and may support steadier blood sugar.

  3. Potassium and vitamin K

    Each 100 g provides 320 mg of potassium (7% DV) and 13.2 µg of vitamin K (11% DV), nutrients tied to blood pressure regulation and normal blood clotting.

Overview drafted with AI from USDA FoodData Central figures. For education, not medical advice.

Nutrition facts

What’s in a carrot?

Calories

41kcal

Protein

0.93g

Carbs

9.6g

Fat

0.24g

Fiber

2.8g

Sugars

4.7g

Minerals

  • Calcium33 mg3%
  • Iron0.3 mg2%
  • Magnesium12 mg3%
  • Phosphorus35 mg3%
  • Potassium320 mg7%
  • Sodium69 mg3%
  • Zinc0.24 mg2%
  • Copper0.04 mg5%
  • Selenium0.1 µg0%

Vitamins

  • Vitamin A835 µg93%
  • Vitamin C5.9 mg7%
  • Vitamin E0.66 mg4%
  • Vitamin K13 µg11%
  • Thiamin (B1)0.07 mg6%
  • Riboflavin (B2)0.06 mg4%
  • Niacin (B3)0.98 mg6%
  • Vitamin B60.14 mg8%
  • Folate19 µg5%

% Daily Value is based on FDA reference amounts for adults. Bars cap at 100%.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central, “Carrots, raw” (SR Legacy, FDC ID 170393).View the USDA record ↗ (opens in a new tab).