Cabbage Nutrition Facts
A 100 g serving of cabbage contains 25 kcal, 1.2g protein (lime), 0.1g fat (pink) and 5.8g carbohydrate (blue). It has modest fiber and 3.1g sugar. Its other nutrient values are modest — see the full breakdown below.
Core Nutrients per 100 g
PER 100 G SERVINGThe six values MacroDrop shows on every meal card: energy, the three macros, fiber and sugars.
Extended Nutrients
PER 100 G SERVINGGrouped as in the app: lipids, minerals, vitamins and other compounds sit one level below the core six. Daily values follow the FDA 2,000 kcal reference.
How Cooking Changes The Numbers
Per 100 g, from each preparation's own USDA data.
| Preparation | Kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw | 25 | 1.2 g | 0.1 g | 5.8 g | Reference entry |
| Napa | 12 | 1.1 g | 0.2 g | 2.2 g | Napa, cooked |
| Without salt | 22 | 1.2 g | 0.1 g | 5.5 g | Cooked, boiled, drained, without salt |
| With salt | 29 | 1.5 g | 0.1 g | 7.0 g | Red, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt |
Understanding Cabbage Nutrition
Cabbage is a low-calorie vegetable that delivers fiber, vitamins and minerals for very few calories. At 25 kcal per 100 g serving, it provides 1.2g of protein, 5.8g of carbohydrate and 0.1g of fat. Cabbage is particularly rich in vitamin C, delivering 37mg — 40% of the daily value — in a single serving. It has modest fiber and 3.1g sugar.
For athletes and anyone tracking macros, cabbage is a straightforward source of carbohydrate energy, useful around training for topping up glycogen. Its fiber and micronutrient content makes it a useful addition to a balanced macro split without pulling calories too high.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in a 100 g serving of cabbage?
A 100 g serving of cabbage has 25 kcal, 1.2g protein, 0.1g fat and 5.8g carbohydrate.
How much protein is in cabbage?
1.2g per 100 g serving.
Is cabbage high in sugar or fiber?
It has modest fiber and 3.1g sugar — 2.5g fiber and 3.1g sugar per 100 g serving.
Which nutrients is cabbage richest in?
No single micronutrient stands out sharply — see the full breakdown below.
Is cabbage good for tracking macros?
For athletes and anyone tracking macros, cabbage is a straightforward source of carbohydrate energy, useful around training for topping up glycogen.
Does cooking cabbage change its nutrients?
Cooked cabbage runs about 52% lower in calories per equivalent serving compared to the raw reference — see the cooking table above for specific preparations.
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Values come from the USDA FoodData Central entry Cabbage, raw (FDC ID 169975), per 100 g. Daily values follow the FDA 2,000 kcal reference. Last reviewed August 2026.