Banana calories and protein (raw)
1 medium banana (118 g) has about 105 kcal and 1.3 g protein. Per 100 g, raw banana has 89 kcal and 1.1 g protein.
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Nutrition per 100 g and per serving
| Serving | Grams | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Fat (g) | Fibre (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bananas, raw (USDA FDC 173944)Per 100 g, as published | 100 g | 89 | 1.1 | 22.8 | 0.3 | 2.6 |
| 1 medium bananaUSDA portion: 1 medium (7" to 7-7/8" long) | 118 g | 105 | 1.3 | 26.9 | 0.4 | 3.1 |
| 1 small bananaUSDA portion: 1 small (6" to 6-7/8" long) | 101 g | 90 | 1.1 | 23 | 0.3 | 2.6 |
| 1 large bananaUSDA portion: 1 large (8" to 8-7/8" long) | 136 g | 121 | 1.5 | 31 | 0.4 | 3.5 |
Per 100 g values: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, fdcId 173944: Bananas, raw. Carbohydrate is total carbohydrate by difference, so it includes the fibre shown.
For gym-goers
Banana gives 1.2 g protein per 100 kcal.
By protein per 100 g, banana ranks #29 of 39 foods on these pages.
Foods on these pages with more protein per 100 kcal:
About Banana
Bananas, or kela, are the most common fruit on Indian breakfast tables and in gym bags, eaten ripe or blended into shakes.
- USDA's medium banana is about a hand's length; small elaichi bananas weigh far less and the large Robusta more.
- Ripening turns starch into sugar but barely changes the calories.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 medium banana?
1 medium banana (118 g) has about 105 kcal, 1.3 g protein, 0.4 g fat and 26.9 g carbohydrate.
How much protein is in 100 g of banana?
100 g of raw banana has about 1.1 g protein and 89 kcal, with 0.3 g fat and 22.8 g carbohydrate.
Is banana high in protein compared with other foods here?
By protein per 100 g, banana ranks #29 of 39 foods on these pages, with 1.1 g per 100 g. That is 1.2 g protein per 100 kcal.
Does a ripe banana have more calories than a raw green one?
Very little difference: ripening converts starch to sugar while the total energy stays about the same.
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Sources
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central (Public domain (CC0 1.0)).
- fdcId 173944: Bananas, raw (SR Legacy)
Nutrition values are general reference data, not medical or dietary advice. Check with a doctor or dietitian for your own needs.