Calories in 2 Tbsp of Cardamom
2 tbsp of cardamom (12 g) has 36 calories. That is 2% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 1.2 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 7.9 g of carbohydrates, a split of 11% protein, 16% fat and 73% carbs. For comparison, 1 tbsp of cardamom has 18 and 3 tbsp of cardamom has 54 calories. Burning 36 calories takes about 6 minutes of brisk walking or 3 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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Cardamom: common questions
How many calories are in 2 tbsp of cardamom?
2 tbsp of cardamom weighs about 12 g and has 36 calories.
How much protein is in 2 tbsp of cardamom?
2 tbsp of cardamom has 1.2 g of protein, which is 2% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 2 tbsp of cardamom?
2 tbsp of cardamom has 7.9 g of carbohydrates, including 3.2 g of fiber.
How much cardamom is 100 calories?
100 calories of cardamom is 32 g, about 5 1/2 tbsp of cardamom.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy. FDC ID 170919. Original description: Spices, cardamom. Portion weights are USDA household measures.