Calories in Papaya
Papaya has about 62 calories per 1 cup cubed (145 g), or 43 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 0.7 g protein, 15.7 g carbs and 0.4 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Papayas, raw).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 cup cubed (145 g) | 1 small papaya (300 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | 62 kcal | 129 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 0.7 g | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.8 g | 15.7 g | 32.4 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.4 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 2.5 g | 5.1 g |
| Sugar | 7.8 g | 11.3 g | 23.5 g |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 12 mg | 24 mg |
About Papaya
Papaya is about 43 kcal per 100 g — a cup of cubes is just 60 kcal. It is gentle on digestion and high in vitamin C and A, which is why it is often recommended for breakfast.
Tip: A bowl of papaya is one of the lowest-calorie ways to start the day with something sweet.
Burn off 62 kcal
Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult.
- Brisk walking14 min
- Running6 min
- Cycling8 min
Stop guessing. Scan your plate.
Portion sizes are where calorie counts go wrong. Take a photo of your papaya and FoodMate AI estimates the portion and logs calories, protein, carbs and fat in seconds. Free to download.
Common questions
How many calories are in papaya?+
About 62 kcal per 1 cup cubed (145 g), or 43 kcal per 100 g. Very low calorie; high in vitamins A and C.
How many calories in 1 small papaya?+
1 small papaya (300 g) is roughly 129 kcal with 1.4 g protein, 32.4 g carbs and 0.8 g fat.
How much protein is in papaya?+
About 0.7 g per 1 cup cubed. It is not a major protein source, so pair it with daal, yogurt, eggs, chicken or fish to balance the meal.
Is papaya good for weight loss?+
Papaya is low in calorie density (43 kcal per 100 g), so it fills you up for relatively few calories and fits easily into a weight-loss diet.
Related foods
Values are averages for general information only and are not medical or dietary advice. Actual calories depend on the recipe, cooking oil and portion size. Browse all foods in our food calorie database.