Calories in 20g of Saffron
20g of saffron (20 g) has 62 calories. That is 3% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 2.3 g of protein, 1.2 g of fat and 13 g of carbohydrates, a split of 13% protein, 15% fat and 73% carbs. For comparison, 15g of saffron has 47 and 30g of saffron has 93 calories. Burning 62 calories takes about 11 minutes of brisk walking or 5 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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Saffron: common questions
How many calories are in 20g of saffron?
20g of saffron weighs about 20 g and has 62 calories.
How much protein is in 20g of saffron?
20g of saffron has 2.3 g of protein, which is 5% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 20g of saffron?
20g of saffron has 13 g of carbohydrates, including 0.8 g of fiber.
How much saffron is 100 calories?
100 calories of saffron is 32 g, about 15 tbsp of saffron.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy. FDC ID 170934. Original description: Spices, saffron. Portion weights are USDA household measures.