How many calories are in Watercress, Raw?

A 100 g serving of Watercress, Raw has 11 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Watercress, Raw?

Per 100 g there are 2.3 g of protein — about 5% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Watercress, Raw?

Per 100 g there are 0.1 g of fat and 1.3 g of carbohydrate, including 0.5 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Watercress, Raw high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Vitamin C (48% DV), Vitamin A (18% DV).

Vegetables

Watercress, Raw

Watercress, Raw belongs to the vegetables category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 11 kcal with 2.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat, 1.3 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is vitamin c — 48% of the Daily Value per 100 g (see the foods high in vitamin c: the richest picks guide). Related entries in the same group include Waterchestnuts, Chinese and Waxgourd, Cooked, or jump to the full food catalog.

11kcalCalories

2.3gProtein

0.1gFat

1.3gCarbs

Calorie & macro balance

Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).

11 kcal / 100 g

Protein64.5%2.3 g
Fat6.3%0.1 g
Carbs29.2%1.3 g

What this food is high in

Vitamin C 43 mg / 100 g Vitamin A 160 mcg / 100 g

Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g. Tap a ring to explore that nutrient across all foods.

Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV*
Energy
Calories	11 kcal	<1%
Macronutrients
Protein	2.3 g	5%
Total Fat	0.1 g	<1%
Saturated Fat	0 g	<1%
Carbohydrate	1.3 g	<1%
Dietary Fiber	0.5 g	2%
Total Sugars	0.2 g	<1%
Minerals
Sodium	41 mg	2%
Potassium	330 mg	7%
Calcium	120 mg	9%
Iron	0.2 mg	1%
Magnesium	21 mg	5%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	43 mg	48%
Vitamin A	160 mcg	18%
Vitamin D	0 mcg	0%
Other
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%

* Percent of the Daily Value (based on a 2,000 kcal diet).

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Watercress, Raw?: A 100 g serving of Watercress, Raw has 11 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Watercress, Raw?: Per 100 g there are 2.3 g of protein — about 5% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Watercress, Raw?: Per 100 g there are 0.1 g of fat and 1.3 g of carbohydrate, including 0.5 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Watercress, Raw high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Vitamin C (48% DV), Vitamin A (18% DV).

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