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Carrot vs Red Pepper: Calories Compared
Red Pepper is lower in calories (31 vs 41 per 100g). Carrot has 0.9g protein per 100g versus 1g in Red Pepper.
Per typical serving, Carrot provides 25 kcal (based on a 61g portion) versus Red Pepper at 37 kcal (119g). The average adult needs around 2,000 calories per day, so carrot contributes 1.3% and red pepper contributes 1.8% 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 | Carrot | Red Pepper |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 41 kcal | 31 kcal |
| Protein | 0.9g | 1g |
| Carbohydrates | 9.6g | 6g |
| of which Sugars | 4.7g | 4.2g |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0.3g |
| of which Saturates | 0g | 0g |
| Fibre | 2.8g | 2.1g |
| Sodium | 69mg | 4mg |
| Potassium | 320mg | 211mg |
| Calcium | 33mg | 7mg |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 0.4mg |
| Vitamin C | 5.9mg | 127.7mg |
| Vitamin A | 835µg | 157µg |
| Selenium | 0µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1mg | 0.1mg |
Nutrient-by-nutrient breakdown
- Calories: Carrot has more (41kcal vs 31kcal per 100g) — a difference of 10kcal. Red Pepper is the lower-calories option if that is your priority.
- Protein: Red Pepper has more (1g vs 0.9g per 100g) — a difference of 0.1g. Red Pepper is the stronger source of protein here.
- Carbohydrates: Carrot has more (9.6g vs 6g per 100g) — a difference of 3.6g.
- Sugars: Carrot has more (4.7g vs 4.2g per 100g) — a difference of 0.5g. Red Pepper is the lower-sugars option if that is your priority.
- Fat: Red Pepper has more (0.3g vs 0.2g per 100g) — a difference of 0.1g. Carrot is the lower-fat option if that is your priority.
- Saturated fat: both foods contain the same amount (0g per 100g).
- Fibre: Carrot has more (2.8g vs 2.1g per 100g) — a difference of 0.7g. Carrot is the stronger source of fibre here.
- Sodium: Carrot has more (69mg vs 4mg per 100g) — a difference of 65mg. Red Pepper is the lower-sodium option if that is your priority.
- Potassium: Carrot has more (320mg vs 211mg per 100g) — a difference of 109mg. Carrot is the stronger source of potassium here.
- Calcium: Carrot has more (33mg vs 7mg per 100g) — a difference of 26mg. Carrot is the stronger source of calcium here.
- Iron: Red Pepper has more (0mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 0mg. Red Pepper is the stronger source of iron here.
- Vitamin c: Red Pepper has more (128mg vs 6mg per 100g) — a difference of 122mg. Red Pepper is the stronger source of vitamin C here.
- Vitamin a: Carrot has more (835µg vs 157µg per 100g) — a difference of 678µg. Carrot is the stronger source of vitamin A here.
- Selenium: both foods contain the same amount (0µg per 100g).
- Riboflavin (b2): both foods contain the same amount (0mg per 100g).
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| Nutrient | Carrot | % DV | Red Pepper | % 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
Vegetables with similar water content and texture (leafy vs leafy, root vs root) tend to substitute most easily in cooked dishes.
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Which should you choose?
If your priority is fewer calories, Red Pepper is the lower-calorie option at 31 kcal per 100g. If you need more protein, Red Pepper provides more at 1g per 100g. For lower carbohydrates, Red Pepper has fewer carbs at 6g per 100g.
Both carrot and red pepper 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, Carrot or Red Pepper?
Carrot has 41 calories per 100g while Red Pepper has 31 calories per 100g. Carrot is higher in calories by 10 kcal per 100g.
Which has more protein, Carrot or Red Pepper?
Carrot contains 0.9g of protein per 100g. Red Pepper contains 1g of protein per 100g. Red Pepper has more protein.
Is Carrot healthier than Red Pepper?
Carrot has 41 kcal, 0.9g protein, 9.6g carbs and 0.2g fat per 100g. Red Pepper has 31 kcal, 1g protein, 6g 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, Carrot or Red Pepper?
Carrot contains 2.8g of fibre per 100g, and Red Pepper contains 2.1g per 100g. Carrot has more fibre. Fibre supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
How many calories per serving — Carrot vs Red Pepper?
A typical 1 medium carrot of carrot (61g) is around 25 calories. A typical 1 medium pepper of red pepper (119g) is around 37 calories — a difference of 12 kcal per serving in favour of carrot.
Can I substitute Carrot for Red Pepper in recipes?
Vegetables with similar water content and texture (leafy vs leafy, root vs root) tend to substitute most easily in cooked dishes.
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Figures per 100g from the USDA FoodData Central database (CC0 1.0).