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Papaya
Also called papita, pappali, parangi
Ripe papaya pieces. It is low in calories and easy to digest, with some fibre.
The short answer
Papaya has about 36 kcal in a regular serving (1 bowl cut papaya, about 150 g), with 0.6 g of protein and 4.2 g of fibre. It rates 4.0/5 (good fit) for weight management: it is low in calories for its weight and it is rich in fibre for its calories, but it is low in protein for its calories.
Reviewed by Deepu Oommen on 22 Oct 2026 · How we review
- Calories per serving
- 36 kcal
- 1 bowl cut papaya (about 150 g)
- For weight management
- 4.0 / 5Rated 4 out of 5. Good fit for weight management
- Protein and fibre
- 0.6 g · 4.2 g
- per serving
- Brisk walking
- About 5 min
- uses similar energy (70 kg adult)
Papaya nutrition
| Nutrient | Per serving (1 bowl cut papaya, about 150 g) | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 36 kcal | 24 kcal |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 0.42 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 4.61 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.16 g |
| Fibre | 4.2 g | 2.83 g |
IFCT 2017 (ICMR-NIN), E049 Papaya, ripe (Carica papaya). Source: IFCT 2017, National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR), 2017. Home and restaurant versions vary with the oil, rice and portion used.
Is papaya good for weight management?
It rates 4.0/5, a good fit, because it is low in calories for its weight and it is rich in fibre for its calories, but it is low in protein for its calories.
- Calories per gram (35% of the rating)0.24 kcal · 100/100
- Protein per 100 kcal (25% of the rating)1.8 g · 18/100
- Fibre per 100 kcal (20% of the rating)11.8 g · 100/100
- Portion (20% of the rating)36 of 200 kcal (snack) · 100/100
Each part is scored against fixed limits, then weighted. A higher rating does not mean a food causes weight loss. How the rating works
Lighter ways to have papaya
- Have a bowl as a snack or at breakfast
- Add a squeeze of lime for flavour instead of sugar
- Pair it with curd for a lighter meal
- Choose fresh fruit over papaya juice or sweet fruit salad
Common questions about papaya
How many calories are in papaya?
About 36 kcal in 1 bowl cut papaya, about 150 g, or 24 kcal per 100 g.
Is papaya good for weight management?
It rates 4.0/5, a good fit: it is low in calories for its weight and it is rich in fibre for its calories, but it is low in protein for its calories. See the lighter ways to have it on this page.
How much protein is in papaya?
About 0.6 g in 1 bowl cut papaya, about 150 g, which is 1.8 g for every 100 kcal.
How much walking uses the energy in papaya?
About 5 min of brisk walking for a 70 kg adult uses similar energy to one regular serving.
Is papaya low in calories?
Yes. Ripe papaya has about 24 kcal per 100 g, so a bowl gives under 40 kcal.
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