Grains & Bread · Nutrition facts
🌾Calories in Quinoa
A 1 cup cooked of quinoa (185 g) has 222 calories, with 8.1 g protein, 38.9 g carbs and 3.5 g fat.
Calories
222
Protein
8.1 g
Carbs
38.9 g
Fat
3.5 g
Quinoa nutrition by serving size
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cup cooked | 222 | 8.1 g | 38.9 g | 3.5 g |
| 100 g | 120 | 4.4 g | 21 g | 1.9 g |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 34 | 1.2 g | 6 g | 0.5 g |
| 1 cup (≈225 g) | 270 | 9.9 g | 47.3 g | 4.3 g |
| 200 g | 240 | 8.8 g | 42 g | 3.8 g |
Values are approximate, rounded from USDA FoodData Central and OpenFoodFacts references. Real plates vary — that's exactly why CalorieScan AI lets you correct any estimate in plain English.
Macro breakdown
- Per 100 g: 120 cal
- Per 1 oz: 34 cal
- Fiber: 2.8 g / 100 g
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Frequently asked
How many calories are in quinoa?
One 1 cup cooked of quinoa (185 g) has about 222 calories. Per 100 g, quinoa has 120 calories.
How much protein is in quinoa?
A 1 cup cooked serving of quinoa provides roughly 8.1 g of protein (4.4 g per 100 g).
What are the macros for quinoa?
Per 1 cup cooked: 8.1 g protein, 38.9 g carbs and 3.5 g fat — that's roughly 15% protein, 71% carbs and 14% fat by calories.
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