Grains · Nutrition facts

Quinoa

98 kcal per 100 g, with 3.5 g protein, 14.9 g carbs and 2.2 g fat. Full micronutrients and serving info below.

Serving: 1 portion {30} (80 g)
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QuinoaNutri-Score ACompare
Amount

Showing values for 100 g

98 kcal
Calories
5% of a 2000 kcal day
3.5 g
Protein
15% of calories
14.9 g
Carbs
64% of calories
2.2 g
Fat
21% of calories
Macro split
Protein 15%Carbs 64%Fat 21%

Nutrition facts

per 100 g
Fiber2.2g8% DV
Sugar0.6g
Saturated fat1.2g6% DV
Cholesterol0mg0% DV
Sodium5mg0% DV
Potassium563mg12% DV
Calcium47mg4% DV
Iron1.7mg9% DV
Vitamin C0mg0% DV
Vitamin A0IU0% DV

% DV = share of the FDA daily value for the selected amount.

Source: Open Food Facts · Confidence: 90% · Barcode (EAN, unverified): 00447829 · Data last verified:

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Common questions

How many calories are in Quinoa?

Quinoa by Sainsbury's has 98 kcal per 100 g. One serving (80 g) is about 78 kcal.

How much protein is in Quinoa?

Quinoa contains 3.5 g of protein per 100 g — about 2.8 g per 80 g serving.

Is Quinoa low in sugar?

Yes — only 0.6 g of sugar per 100 g. Most of its 14.9 g of carbs come from starch and fiber rather than sugar.

Is Quinoa low in sodium?

Yes — just 5 mg per 100 g (0% of the daily value), which qualifies as low sodium.

Why does Quinoa have a Nutri-Score of A?

Nutri-Score weighs negatives (calories, sugar, saturated fat, sodium) against positives (fiber, protein) per 100 g. It collects almost no negative points (low sugar, saturated fat and sodium). Overall that places it in band A.

How much Quinoa is 100 calories?

About 102 g of Quinoa equals 100 kcal. It is a relatively low energy-density food, so portions can be generous.

Is Quinoa a good source of potassium?

It is a moderate source: 563 mg per 100 g, about 12% of the daily value. A 200 g portion covers roughly 24%.

Is Quinoa a good source of iron?

It is a moderate source: 1.7 mg per 100 g, about 9% of the daily value. A 200 g portion covers roughly 18%.

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