How many calories are in an avocado?
A half avocado (100 g) has 160 calories. Per 100 grams, avocado has 160 calories. Unlike most fruit, avocado gets most of its calories from fat: about 15 g per half, almost all of it monounsaturated. It also delivers 7 g of fiber and 485 mg of potassium per 100 g, more potassium gram for gram than a banana.
Avocado nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per half avocado (100 g) | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 | 160 |
| Protein | 2 g | 2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 8.5 g |
| Fiber | 6.7 g | 6.7 g |
| Sugar | 0.7 g | 0.7 g |
| Fat | 14.7 g | 14.7 g |
| Potassium | 485 mg | 485 mg |
| Magnesium | 29 mg | 29 mg |
Values from Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties (USDA FoodData Central, FDC ID 171705). Figures vary with variety, ripeness, and preparation.
The calories you might not be counting
Half an avocado is 160 calories, and it is calorie-dense enough that the food around it matters a lot. On toast, the bread adds 70 to 120 calories, but the real escalation is the oil the bread was grilled in, the egg on top, and the everything-bagel seasoning that invites a second slice. Guacamole is avocado plus a modest amount of lime and onion, but the chips are doing the heavy lifting: a restaurant basket of tortilla chips runs 500 to 800 calories and turns a 160-calorie half avocado into a 700-calorie appetizer. In a poke bowl or salad, avocado is logged but the dressing and the rice beneath it are estimated or ignored. Forkd itemizes the avocado, the toast, and the oil separately so the real plate total is visible.
Calories by size
USDA lists a whole avocado at 201 g (about 322 calories) and an NLEA serving at just 50 g (about 80 calories, roughly one-third of a medium avocado). Most people eat half, which is about 100 g and 160 calories. A cup of cubes is 150 g (about 240 calories) and a cup of sliced is 146 g (about 234). The calorie density means small differences in portion size move the number more than they do with most fruits.
| Size | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| NLEA serving (1/3 medium) | 50 g | 80 |
| Half avocado | 100 g | 160 |
| Cup, sliced | 146 g | 234 |
| Cup, cubes | 150 g | 240 |
| Whole avocado | 201 g | 322 |
Scanning an avocado with Forkd catches the exact portion and the hidden extras this page just described, the oil, the dressing, the topping a photo alone would miss.
Avocado calories: common questions
Is avocado good for weight loss?
Avocado is nutrient-dense and the fat and fiber (7 g per half) help with satiety, but at 160 calories per half it is not a free food. Controlling portion size is the key. Half an avocado on a meal adds healthy fats without excess calories; a whole one plus chips quickly doubles the plate.
How many calories are in a whole avocado?
A whole avocado (201 g by USDA) has about 322 calories, 29 g of fat, and 13 g of fiber. Per 100 g, avocado is 160 calories.
Is avocado high in fat?
Yes, and most of it is monounsaturated. A half avocado has about 15 g of fat, comparable to a tablespoon of olive oil. It is calorie-dense for a fruit, but the fat profile is the kind associated with heart health.
How many calories are in avocado toast?
The avocado half is about 160 calories. A slice of sourdough or whole wheat adds 70 to 120. Oil, butter, or an egg on top can bring the total to 300 to 400 calories depending on the build.
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Sources: Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties (USDA FoodData Central, FDC ID 171705). Reviewed against USDA FoodData Central reference portions.
This page is for general educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Nutrition values are estimates sourced from USDA FoodData Central and may vary by variety, preparation, and portion. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet.