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Paprika calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of paprika contains 282 calories, with 14.1 g of protein, 54 g of carbohydrate and 12.9 g of fat. It provides 34.9 g of fiber and 10.3 g of sugar per 100 g. Most of its calories come from carbohydrate.
Where the calories come from
Protein 15% Carbs 56% Fat 29%
How paprika compares
Per 100 g, against the closest spices & herbs in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paprika | 282 kcal | 14.1 g | 54 g | 12.9 g |
| Sweet paprika | 282 kcal | 14.1 g | 53.9 g | 12.9 g |
| Smoked paprika | 289 kcal | 14.8 g | 54 g | 13 g |
| Chili powder | 282 kcal | 13.5 g | 49.7 g | 14.3 g |
| Dill seed | 305 kcal | 16 g | 55.2 g | 14.5 g |
Same food, different preparation
| Preparation | Calories | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paprika (typical) | 282 kcal | 14.1 g | 12.9 g |
| Smoked paprika (smoked) | 289 kcal | 14.8 g | 13 g |
Per 100 g. Water loss in cooking concentrates calories; added fat in frying adds its own.
Nutrition facts for paprika
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 282 kcal |
| Protein | 14.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 54 g |
| Fat | 12.9 g |
| Fiber | 34.9 g |
| Sugar | 10.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in paprika
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2463 µg | 274% |
| Vitamin E | 29.1 mg | 194% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.1 mg | 126% |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 1.2 mg | 95% |
| Copper | 0.71 mg | 79% |
| Manganese | 1.6 mg | 69% |
| Vitamin K | 80.3 µg | 67% |
See the richest foods per nutrient in the nutrient toplists.
Calories in common paprika servings
How many calories in a portion of paprika — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tsp (2 g) | 5.6 kcal | 0.3 g | 1.1 g | 0.3 g |
| 1 tbsp (7 g) | 19.7 kcal | 1 g | 3.8 g | 0.9 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 282 kcal | 14 g | 54 g | 13 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in paprika?
Paprika has 282 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in paprika?
Paprika contains 14.1 g of protein per 100 g.
How much sugar is in paprika?
Paprika contains 10.3 g of sugar per 100 g. Nutrition values are reference figures; brands and preparation change the real amount, so weigh and log what you actually eat.
How much fiber does paprika have?
Paprika has 34.9 g of fiber per 100 g. Reference intakes for adults are around 25-30 g of fiber per day, so it contributes meaningfully.
Are these paprika calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #171329 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
