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Small tomatoes Calories
High in water and low in calories; provides vitamin C and lycopene.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (whole) of Small tomatoes (149 g) has 27 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 32.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Small tomatoes Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (whole) · 149 g
27
KCAL / 149G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 17% · Fat 8%
Small tomatoes nutrition facts table · 1 cup (whole) (149 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 27 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.45 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Small tomatoes?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (whole) | 149 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 17 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 25 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 cup (half) | 149 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 36 kcal |
Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Small tomatoes
Are small tomatoes the same as cherry tomatoes?
Small tomatoes often include cherry tomatoes, but the names are not exact synonyms. “Small tomatoes” describes size broadly, while cherry tomatoes are a familiar type; shape, sweetness, and size vary across cultivars.
How should you store small tomatoes?
Keep unripe small tomatoes at room temperature, out of direct sunlight. Once ripe, refrigerate them to slow further ripening; letting them come back to room temperature before serving can make their flavor more noticeable.
Can you freeze small tomatoes?
Yes, small tomatoes freeze well for cooked dishes. Wash and dry them, then freeze whole or halved in a freezer-safe container. They may turn soft after thawing, so use them in sauces, soups, or stews rather than salads.
Can you roast small tomatoes?
Yes, roasting brings out small tomatoes’ sweetness and softens their skins. Arrange them whole or halved on a tray, add a little oil and seasoning, and roast until tender; serve with pasta, grains, or grilled vegetables.
Can you eat small tomatoes raw?
Yes, small tomatoes are commonly eaten raw. Rinse them under running water and add them whole to salads, lunch boxes, or snack plates; cut them in half if you want their juices and flavor to mix into a dish.
How can you tell when small tomatoes are ripe?
Ripe small tomatoes have developed their variety’s full color and feel firm but yield slightly to gentle pressure. Avoid fruit that is deeply wrinkled, leaking, moldy, or unusually soft around the stem.
Why are small tomatoes splitting?
Small tomatoes often split when they take up water quickly after a dry spell, especially as they ripen. Keep watering more consistent; use split tomatoes promptly if they are otherwise sound, and discard any that are moldy or smell off.
Do you need to wash small tomatoes before eating them?
Yes, rinse small tomatoes under clean running water before eating or cutting them. Rub the surface gently, including around the stem, then dry them with a clean towel; soap and produce detergents are not needed.
Do small tomatoes need to be peeled?
No, small tomatoes are usually eaten with their skins on, and the thin skins soften during cooking. If you need a very smooth sauce, cook them first and strain out the skins afterward.
Are small tomatoes good for you?
Yes, small tomatoes provide water, vitamin C, and lycopene, and make an easy addition to meals or snacks. Their naturally juicy texture works well raw or cooked, without needing much preparation.
Small tomatoes Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
32.78mg · 36% DV
Vitamin K
11.77µg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.24µg · 7% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
353mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Sodium
7.45mg · 0% DV
Small tomatoes Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Small tomatoes
To burn the 27 calories in 1 cup (whole) (149 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Small tomatoes?
Small tomatoes are compact varieties of tomato, a fruit native to the Americas. They are usually juicy, with thin skins and a gently sweet, tangy flavour that varies with the variety and ripeness. Eat them whole or halved in salads, add them to sandwiches, or roast them to concentrate their flavour. They work just as well as a quick snack as they do alongside a meal.
They are mostly water and low in calories, while providing vitamin C and lycopene. For a more filling snack, pair them with cheese, hummus or a handful of nuts; roasting with a little oil makes an easy side dish.
How Nutritious Is Small tomatoes?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Small tomatoes Processed?
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Small tomatoes Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Small tomatoes Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Small tomatoes Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.