Green Tea
Per serving: 1 cup brewed green tea (245g)
About Green Tea
One cup of brewed unsweetened green tea provides approximately 2 calories, a trace amount of protein, and essentially no carbohydrate, fat, fiber, or net carbs. It is almost entirely water, and its glycemic index and glycemic load are represented as zero because it contains negligible carbohydrate.
Green tea nutrition is less about vitamins and minerals and more about bioactive compounds. It contains catechins, including EGCG, as well as caffeine and small amounts of manganese, riboflavin, folate, potassium, and magnesium.
Green tea does not provide meaningful satiety because it contains almost no protein, fiber, or calories, but it can support hydration and replace calorie-containing beverages. Avoid turning it into a high-sugar drink with honey, syrups, or sweetened milk products.
At-a-Glance Stats
Macronutrient Breakdown
2 kcal
Total calories per 1 cup brewed green tea (245g)
Protein
Builds & repairs muscle tissue
1% of typical daily value
Carbohydrates
Primary fuel source for energy
0% of typical daily value
Total Fat
Supports hormones & nutrient uptake
0% of typical daily value
Dietary Fiber
Feeds gut bacteria & aids digestion
0% of typical daily value
Calories by Serving Size
All values are approximate. Actual nutrition may vary by apple variety (Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, etc.).
Key Health Benefits
- 1
Unsweetened green tea contributes to daily fluid intake with virtually no calories.
- 2
It contains catechins, including epigallocatechin gallate, which have antioxidant activity.
- 3
Replacing sugar-sweetened beverages with green tea can substantially reduce added-sugar and calorie intake.
- 4
Green tea naturally contains caffeine, which can temporarily improve alertness and concentration in caffeine-tolerant adults.
- 5
Its negligible carbohydrate content means unsweetened green tea has no meaningful glycemic load.
Vitamins & Minerals
% Daily Value (2,000 cal diet):
≥20% High10-19% Good<10% LowExpert Tip
Drink green tea without sugar, syrup, or sweetened creamer to preserve its nearly calorie-free profile. Because it contains caffeine, adjust timing and portion size if it interferes with sleep, worsens reflux, or causes palpitations.
Diet Compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Green Tea?›
Green Tea contains 2 calories per 1 cup brewed green tea (245g). This includes 0.5g protein (2 kcal), 0g carbohydrates (0 kcal), and 0g fat (0 kcal).
How much protein does Green Tea have?›
Green Tea provides 0.5g of protein per 1 cup brewed green tea (245g).
Is Green Tea good for weight loss?›
Its negligible carbohydrate content means unsweetened green tea has no meaningful glycemic load. With 2 calories per serving, it can fit well within a calorie-controlled diet.