How Much Protein Is In Eggplant?
A glossy purple nightshade with meaty, spongy flesh that absorbs flavors beautifully when cooked.
Protein per 1 cup cubed (82g)
0.8
g% Daily Value
Complete Nutrition Facts for Eggplant
Per 1 cup cubed (82g)
2.9g
sugar
Essential Amino Acids in Eggplant
Per 1 cup cubed (82g)
19mg
Histidine
37mg
Isoleucine
52mg
Leucine
39mg
Lysine
9mg
Methionine
35mg
Phenylalanine
30mg
Threonine
7mg
Tryptophan
43mg
Valine
More About Eggplant
About Protein in Eggplant
A serving of Eggplant (82g) contains 0.8g of protein, which is 2% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. When planning your meals, consider that eggplant is a low source of protein compared to other vegetables.
Compare Protein in Similar Foods
See how Eggplant compares to other vegetables.
Broccoli
per 1 cup (91g)
2.5g
Spinach
per 1 cup (30g)
0.9g
Carrot
per 1 medium (61g)
0.5g
Tomato
per 1 medium (123g)
1.1g
Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 169228 | Last updated: 2026-03-30
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