Calories in Quinoa
Quinoa is a complete protein containing all 9 essential amino acids — rare for a plant food.
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Per 100g
120
Calories (kcal)
ProteinFatCarbs
Macronutrients per 100g
Protein4.4g
Total Fat1.92g
Carbohydrates21.3g
Fiber2.8g
Sugar0.87g
Sodium7mg
Cholesterol0mg
Full Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving · % Daily Values based on 2,000 calorie diet
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Macronutrients | ||
| Calories | 120 kcal | 6% |
| Protein | 4.4g | 9% |
| Total Fat | 1.92g | 3% |
| └Saturated Fat | 0.23g | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.3g | 7% |
| └Dietary Fiber | 2.8g | 11% |
| └Total Sugars | 0.87g | 2% |
| Sodium | 7mg | — |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | — |
| Vitamins | ||
| Thiamine (B1) | 0.107mg | 9% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.11mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 7% |
| Folate | 42mcg | 11% |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 17mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.49mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 152mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 5.2mcg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.192mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.631mg | 27% |
% Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. — = not significant or data not available.
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