Avocados, raw, California
Per 100 g, Avocados, raw, California provides 167 kcal, making it a moderate-calorie food. It contains 1.96 g of protein, 8.64 g of carbohydrate and 15.4 g of fat, with 6.8 g of dietary fibre. Per 100 g it is a good source of fibre.
Full nutrition facts per 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | %DV* |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1.96 g | 4% |
| Total fat | 15.4 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 2.13 g | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 8.64 g | 3% |
| Fibre | 6.8 g | 24% |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.61 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 29 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 8.8 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 7 µg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet (FDA). Your needs may differ.
About Avocados
Avocado is a creamy, savoury-tasting fruit that behaves more like a vegetable in the kitchen, turning up in guacamole, mashed on toast, sliced into salads or blended into smoothies for extra richness. California avocados carry 167 kcal per 100 g, noticeably more than most fruit, largely because of their 15.4 g of fat. Only 2.13 g of that is saturated, so the bulk is unsaturated fat, and there's no cholesterol at all. They're also unusually fibre-rich for a fruit, at 6.8 g per 100 g, plus 507 mg of potassium and just 8 mg of sodium.
Mainstream nutrition guidance generally favours swapping saturated fats for unsaturated ones where possible, and avocado's fat profile fits that pattern, though it should still be enjoyed in modest portions given its calorie density. The fibre and potassium content align with typical recommendations to build meals around plants and whole foods. A practical tip: a squeeze of lemon or lime juice on cut avocado slows the browning reaction, keeping leftovers looking appetising for longer.