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Saffron calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of saffron contains 310 calories, with 11.4 g of protein, 65.4 g of carbohydrate and 5.9 g of fat. It provides 3.9 g of fiber per 100 g. Most of its calories come from carbohydrate.
Where the calories come from
Protein 13% Carbs 73% Fat 14%
How saffron compares
Per 100 g, against the closest spices & herbs in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron | 310 kcal | 11.4 g | 65.4 g | 5.9 g |
| Cardamom | 311 kcal | 10.8 g | 68.5 g | 6.7 g |
| Green cardamom | 311 kcal | 10.8 g | 68.5 g | 6.7 g |
| Poultry seasoning | 307 kcal | 9.6 g | 65.6 g | 7.5 g |
| Turmeric, ground | 312 kcal | 9.7 g | 67.1 g | 3.3 g |
Nutrition facts for saffron
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 11.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 65.4 g |
| Fat | 5.9 g |
| Fiber | 3.9 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.6 g |
| Salt | 0.4 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in saffron
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Manganese | 28.4 mg | 1235% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8 mg | 90% |
| Magnesium | 264 mg | 63% |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 59% |
| Potassium | 1724 mg | 37% |
| Copper | 0.33 mg | 37% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.27 mg | 21% |
See the richest foods per nutrient in the nutrient toplists.
Calories in common saffron servings
How many calories in a portion of saffron — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tsp (1 g) | 3.1 kcal | 0.1 g | 0.7 g | 0.1 g |
| 1 tbsp (2 g) | 6.2 kcal | 0.2 g | 1.3 g | 0.1 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 310 kcal | 11 g | 65 g | 6 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in saffron?
Saffron has 310 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in saffron?
Saffron contains 11.4 g of protein per 100 g.
How much fiber does saffron have?
Saffron has 3.9 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 saffron 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 #170934 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
