Use this quick Cabbage Carbs Per 100g Calculator to see exactly how many carbohydrates are in any cabbage serving. Whether you are tracking total carbs, counting net carbs on a low-carb or keto diet, or simply checking the nutrition facts for a recipe, this tool converts grams, ounces, and cup measurements into clear per-serving numbers.
Choose your cabbage type and preparation from the dropdown — raw green, red, Savoy, Napa, cooked cabbage, or sauerkraut — and the calculator scales USDA-derived nutrition values to the amount you enter. You will get total carbs, fiber, net carbs, and sugar for that portion, plus a handy per-100g reference value for the selected cabbage.
This tool is designed for everyday meal planning, grocery decisions, and macro tracking. It is an educational resource, not medical advice, but it can help you make more informed choices at the dinner table.
🥬 Cabbage Carb Calculator
Estimate total carbs, net carbs, fiber, and sugar in any cabbage serving.
Step-by-Step Guide
Use the calculator whenever you need a fast carb estimate for a cabbage-based meal. It handles gram, ounce, and cup measurements, so you can enter a portion exactly as you would serve it.
- Enter the amount you plan to eat in the first field. If you have a food scale, grams are the most accurate unit; otherwise choose ounces or cups.
- Select the cabbage type and preparation from the dropdown: raw green, red, Savoy, Napa, cooked versions, or sauerkraut.
- Click Calculate to see total carbs, fiber, net carbs, and sugar for your exact serving. The preset buttons fill common portion sizes instantly.
After calculating, the result box shows your serving weight in grams plus four values: total carbs, fiber, net carbs, and sugar. Total carbs are the headline number; net carbs subtract fiber; sugar is a sub-component of total carbs rather than an extra value to add on top.
How the Carb Math Works
Values in this calculator are based on the USDA FoodData Central database, the standard reference used by many dietitians and food-tracking apps. The per-100-gram numbers are simply scaled to your serving size:
Serving carbs = (per-100g carbs × serving weight in grams) ÷ 100
Net carbs are calculated as total carbohydrates minus dietary fiber. Fiber is not completely digested into glucose, so net carbs are often used for low-carb and keto meal planning. Keep in mind that net carb definitions vary among brands and experts, so use total carbs if you prefer a more conservative estimate.
Sugar is already included in the total carbohydrate figure. The calculator lists it separately for people who monitor natural and added sugars, but you should never add sugar on top of total carbs when tracking a meal.
For example, raw green cabbage has about 5.8 g of total carbs and 2.5 g of fiber per 100 g. A 150 g serving therefore contains about 8.7 g total carbs and 4.9 g net carbs.
🥬 Cabbage Carb Quick-Reference
The table below lists the average nutrient values used by the calculator, per 100 g of edible portion. Cooked values refer to boiled and drained cabbage; sauerkraut is the drained product.
| Type | Total carbs (g) | Fiber (g) | Net carbs (g) | Sugars (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green cabbage, raw | 5.8 | 2.5 | 3.3 | 3.2 |
| Green cabbage, cooked | 5.5 | 1.9 | 3.6 | 2.8 |
| Red cabbage, raw | 7.4 | 2.1 | 5.3 | 3.8 |
| Red cabbage, cooked | 7.0 | 2.0 | 5.0 | 3.5 |
| Savoy cabbage, raw | 6.1 | 3.1 | 3.0 | 2.3 |
| Savoy cabbage, cooked | 5.8 | 3.0 | 2.8 | 2.0 |
| Napa cabbage, raw | 3.2 | 1.2 | 2.0 | 1.4 |
| Sauerkraut, drained | 2.9 | 1.9 | 1.0 | 0.8 |
These are averages from U.S. food composition data; actual values can vary slightly with variety, growing conditions, and cooking method.
Worked Examples
Example 1: 85 g raw green cabbage
85 g is a common side portion, about 1.2 cups shredded. Total carbs = 5.8 × 85 ÷ 100 = 4.9 g. Fiber = 2.5 × 85 ÷ 100 = 2.1 g. Net carbs = 2.8 g. Sugar = 3.2 × 85 ÷ 100 = 2.7 g.
Example 2: 1 cup cooked green cabbage
One cup of cooked cabbage weighs roughly 150 g. Using cooked green cabbage values: total carbs = 5.5 × 150 ÷ 100 = 8.3 g. Fiber = 2.9 g. Net carbs = 5.4 g.
Example 3: 200 g raw Napa cabbage
A generous stir-fry portion. Total carbs = 3.2 × 200 ÷ 100 = 6.4 g. Fiber = 2.4 g. Net carbs = 4.0 g.
Tips for Accurate Carb Tracking
- Use a food scale for logging. Cup sizes vary depending on how tightly cabbage is shredded or packed.
- When a recipe lists cooked vegetables, try to match the cooked database entries instead of raw values, since water weight changes.
- For sauerkraut, check the label for added sugar or salt; the base cabbage carbs are low, but some brands add sweeteners.
- If you follow a keto diet, be mindful that several cups of cabbage can add up. Most meals stay well within limits, but large stir-fries and slaws can contain 10 g or more of total carbs.
If you are choosing between cabbage and other leafy greens, cabbage is one of the lower-carb options. For a comparison with another cruciferous vegetable, see this bok choy net-carb calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is cabbage a low-carb vegetable?
Yes. Most raw cabbages contain roughly 3-6 g of net carbs per 100 g. Napa cabbage is the lowest of the common varieties, while red cabbage is a little higher because it contains more natural sugar.
Does cooking change the carb count?
Cooking does not change the total amount of carbohydrate in the food, but it changes the weight. Cabbage loses and gains water depending on the cooking method, which changes grams per cup and per 100 g. That is why the calculator separates raw and cooked entries.
Should I count total carbs or net carbs?
For simple comparison, total carbs are the clearest. For keto or low-carb meal planning, net carbs are widely used because fiber is subtracted. Choose the method that matches your dietary goals and how your body responds to fiber. If you are unsure, a dietitian can help you tailor the approach to your health needs.