Calorie comparison
Carrot vs Sweet Potato
Per 100 grams, carrot is the lighter choice by 45 calories, while sweet potato delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Carrot | Sweet Potato |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 41 | 86 |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 1.6 g |
| Carbs | 10 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥕 Carrot
1 medium (61 g)
25 cal
0.5 g protein · 6.1 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
🍠 Sweet Potato
1 medium (130 g)
112 cal
2.1 g protein · 26 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, carrot or sweet potato?
Per 100 g, carrot has 41 calories and sweet potato has 86. Carrot is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, carrot or sweet potato?
Carrot has 0.9 g of protein per 100 g; sweet potato has 1.6 g. Sweet Potato wins on protein.
Is carrot or sweet potato better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward carrot — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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