Amaranth Grain, Cooked
Amaranth Grain, Cooked belongs to the grains & bread category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 102 kcal with 3.8 g of protein, 1.6 g of fat, 18.7 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is magnesium — 15% of the Daily Value per 100 g (see the magnesium rich foods: the best everyday sources guide). Related entries in the same group include Wonton Wrappers (Includes Egg Roll Wrappers) and Amaranth Grain, Uncooked, or jump to the full food catalog.
Calorie & macro balance
Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).
- Protein15.2%3.8 g
- Fat14.2%1.6 g
- Carbs70.6%18.7 g
What this food is high in
Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g. Tap a ring to explore that nutrient across all foods.
Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | % DV* |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | ||
| Calories | 102 kcal | 5% |
| Macronutrients | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | — | |
| Carbohydrate | 18.7 g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Total Sugars | — | |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 6 mg | <1% |
| Potassium | 135 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 65 mg | 15% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin C | — | |
| Vitamin A | — | |
| Vitamin D | — | |
| Other | ||
| Cholesterol | — | |
* Percent of the Daily Value (based on a 2,000 kcal diet).
Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.
Frequently asked questions
- How many calories are in Amaranth Grain, Cooked?
- A 100 g serving of Amaranth Grain, Cooked has 102 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
- How much protein is in Amaranth Grain, Cooked?
- Per 100 g there are 3.8 g of protein — about 8% of the Daily Value (50 g).
- How much fat and carbs are in Amaranth Grain, Cooked?
- Per 100 g there are 1.6 g of fat and 18.7 g of carbohydrate, including 2.1 g of fiber.
- What nutrients is Amaranth Grain, Cooked high in?
- Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Magnesium (15% DV), Iron (12% DV).
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