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Avocado vs Banana: Calories Compared
Banana is lower in calories (89 vs 160 per 100g). Avocado has 2g protein per 100g versus 1.1g in Banana.
Per typical serving, Avocado provides 240 kcal (based on a 150g portion) versus Banana at 105 kcal (118g). The average adult needs around 2,000 calories per day, so avocado contributes 12.0% and banana contributes 5.3% of that daily target per serving. Getting these numbers right for your own portions starts with a digital kitchen scale.
Full nutrition comparison (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Avocado | Banana |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | 89 kcal |
| Protein | 2g | 1.1g |
| Carbohydrates | 8.5g | 22.8g |
| of which Sugars | 0.7g | 12.2g |
| Fat | 14.7g | 0.3g |
| of which Saturates | 2.1g | 0.1g |
| Fibre | 6.7g | 2.6g |
| Sodium | 7mg | 1mg |
| Potassium | 485mg | 358mg |
| Calcium | 12mg | 5mg |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.3mg |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 8.7mg |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 3µg |
| Selenium | 0µg | 1µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1mg | 0.1mg |
Nutrient-by-nutrient breakdown
- Calories: Avocado has more (160kcal vs 89kcal per 100g) — a difference of 71kcal. Banana is the lower-calories option if that is your priority.
- Protein: Avocado has more (2g vs 1.1g per 100g) — a difference of 0.9g. Avocado is the stronger source of protein here.
- Carbohydrates: Banana has more (22.8g vs 8.5g per 100g) — a difference of 14.3g.
- Sugars: Banana has more (12.2g vs 0.7g per 100g) — a difference of 11.5g. Avocado is the lower-sugars option if that is your priority.
- Fat: Avocado has more (14.7g vs 0.3g per 100g) — a difference of 14.4g. Banana is the lower-fat option if that is your priority.
- Saturated fat: Avocado has more (2.1g vs 0.1g per 100g) — a difference of 2g. Banana is the lower-saturated fat option if that is your priority.
- Fibre: Avocado has more (6.7g vs 2.6g per 100g) — a difference of 4.1g. Avocado is the stronger source of fibre here.
- Sodium: Avocado has more (7mg vs 1mg per 100g) — a difference of 6mg. Banana is the lower-sodium option if that is your priority.
- Potassium: Avocado has more (485mg vs 358mg per 100g) — a difference of 127mg. Avocado is the stronger source of potassium here.
- Calcium: Avocado has more (12mg vs 5mg per 100g) — a difference of 7mg. Avocado is the stronger source of calcium here.
- Iron: Avocado has more (1mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 0mg. Avocado is the stronger source of iron here.
- Vitamin c: Avocado has more (10mg vs 9mg per 100g) — a difference of 1mg. Avocado is the stronger source of vitamin C here.
- Vitamin a: Avocado has more (7µg vs 3µg per 100g) — a difference of 4µg. Avocado is the stronger source of vitamin A here.
- Selenium: Banana has more (1µg vs 0µg per 100g) — a difference of 1µg. Banana is the stronger source of selenium here.
- Riboflavin (b2): both foods contain the same amount (0mg per 100g).
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| Nutrient | Avocado | % DV | Banana | % DV |
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* % Daily Value based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet, the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK. Figures update live as you change the amounts above — no page reload.
Substituting one for the other
Most fruits can be swapped in recipes like smoothies, salads or baking with only minor changes to sweetness and moisture content.
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Which should you choose?
If your priority is fewer calories, Banana is the lower-calorie option at 89 kcal per 100g. If you need more protein, Avocado provides more at 2g per 100g. For lower carbohydrates, Avocado has fewer carbs at 8.5g per 100g.
Both avocado and banana can form part of a healthy, balanced diet. The best choice depends on your individual goals — whether that is weight management, muscle building, or simply hitting your daily nutritional targets. A meal prep container set makes it easy to portion whichever you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more calories, Avocado or Banana?
Avocado has 160 calories per 100g while Banana has 89 calories per 100g. Avocado is higher in calories by 71 kcal per 100g.
Which has more protein, Avocado or Banana?
Avocado contains 2g of protein per 100g. Banana contains 1.1g of protein per 100g. Avocado has more protein.
Is Avocado healthier than Banana?
Avocado has 160 kcal, 2g protein, 8.5g carbs and 14.7g fat per 100g. Banana has 89 kcal, 1.1g protein, 22.8g carbs and 0.3g fat per 100g. Which is healthier depends on your goals — higher protein, lower calorie and lower fat foods are generally preferred for weight management.
Which has more fibre, Avocado or Banana?
Avocado contains 6.7g of fibre per 100g, and Banana contains 2.6g per 100g. Avocado has more fibre. Fibre supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
How many calories per serving — Avocado vs Banana?
A typical 1 medium avocado of avocado (150g) is around 240 calories. A typical 1 medium banana of banana (118g) is around 105 calories — a difference of 135 kcal per serving in favour of banana.
Can I substitute Avocado for Banana in recipes?
Most fruits can be swapped in recipes like smoothies, salads or baking with only minor changes to sweetness and moisture content.
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Figures per 100g from the USDA FoodData Central database (CC0 1.0).