Orange Nutrition Facts
A 100 g serving of orange contains 47 kcal, 0.9g protein (lime), 0.1g fat (pink) and 12g carbohydrate (blue). It's a good source of fiber, with 9g natural 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.
Understanding Orange Nutrition
Orange is a nutrient-dense fruit prized for its natural sugars, fiber and vitamin content. At 47 kcal per 100 g serving, it provides 0.9g of protein, 12g of carbohydrate and 0.1g of fat. Orange is particularly rich in vitamin C, delivering 53mg — 59% of the daily value — in a single serving. It's a good source of fiber, with 9g natural sugar.
For athletes and anyone tracking macros, orange 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 orange?
A 100 g serving of orange has 47 kcal, 0.9g protein, 0.1g fat and 12g carbohydrate.
How much protein is in orange?
0.9g per 100 g serving.
Is orange high in sugar or fiber?
It's a good source of fiber, with 9g natural sugar — 2.4g fiber and 9g sugar per 100 g serving.
Which nutrients is orange richest in?
No single micronutrient stands out sharply — see the full breakdown below.
Is orange good for tracking macros?
For athletes and anyone tracking macros, orange is a straightforward source of carbohydrate energy, useful around training for topping up glycogen.
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MacroDrop tracks all of these nutrients — core and extended — from a photo, your voice or a barcode. Offline USDA database, 7,800 foods.
Values come from the USDA FoodData Central entry Oranges, raw, all commercial varieties (FDC ID 169097), per 100 g. Daily values follow the FDA 2,000 kcal reference. Last reviewed August 2026.