
How much fiber is in eggplant?
Eggplant has 2.5 g of fiber per 1 cup cubed (99 g). That is 9% of the daily value and a moderate amount for an vegetable.
Soluble vs insoluble
The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.
About eggplant and fiber
A cup of cubed eggplant gives 2.5 grams of fiber, most of it in the skin. It absorbs oil readily when fried, so roasting or grilling keeps the fiber without the extra fat.
How eggplant compares to other vegetables
Per typical serving. The highest vegetable in the database is artichoke at 6.9 g.
| Food | Serving | Fiber | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fennel | 1 cup sliced | 2.7 g | 3.1 g | 10% |
| Green Beans | 1 cup | 2.7 g | 2.5 g | 10% |
| Bell Pepper | 1 medium | 2.5 g | 2.1 g | 9% |
| Eggplant | 1 cup cubed | 2.5 g | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Broccoli | 1 cup chopped | 2.4 g | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Corn | 1 medium ear | 2.4 g | 2.7 g | 9% |
| Beet | 1 medium | 2.3 g | 2.8 g | 8% |
Servings to reach a daily goal
servings of eggplant to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women
servings of eggplant to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men
Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.
USDA entries for eggplant
Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.
| USDA description | Fiber / 100 g | Soluble | Insoluble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggplant, raw | 2.4 g | – | – |
| Eggplant, pickled | 2.5 g | – | – |
| Eggplant, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt | 2.5 g | – | – |
| Eggplant, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt | 2.5 g | – | – |
| Eggplant dip | 3.9 g | – | – |
| Eggplant, cooked, fat added | 3.1 g | – | – |
| Eggplant, cooked, no added fat | 3.2 g | – | – |
| Eggplant, cooked, as ingredient | 3.2 g | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
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Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.