How many calories are in Tamales?

A 100 g serving of Tamales has 168 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Tamales?

Per 100 g there are 13.2 g of protein — about 26% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Tamales?

Per 100 g there are 4.7 g of fat and 18.3 g of carbohydrate, including 3.3 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Tamales high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Protein (26% DV), Dietary Fiber (12% DV).

Prepared Foods

Tamales

Tamales belongs to the prepared foods category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 168 kcal with 13.2 g of protein, 4.7 g of fat, 18.3 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is protein — 26% of the Daily Value per 100 g (see the high protein foods: the best sources to eat guide). Related entries in the same group include Taco Bell, Taco Salad and Tamales (Navajo), or jump to the full food catalog.

168kcalCalories

13.2gProtein

4.7gFat

18.3gCarbs

Calorie & macro balance

Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).

168 kcal / 100 g

Protein32.7%13.2 g
Fat26.2%4.7 g
Carbs41.2%18.3 g

What this food is high in

Protein 13.2 g / 100 g Dietary Fiber 3.3 g / 100 g

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	168 kcal	8%
Macronutrients
Protein	13.2 g	26%
Total Fat	4.7 g	6%
Saturated Fat	1.4 g	7%
Carbohydrate	18.3 g	7%
Dietary Fiber	3.3 g	12%
Total Sugars	1.6 g	3%
Minerals
Sodium	298 mg	13%
Potassium	250 mg	5%
Calcium	18 mg	1%
Iron	0.7 mg	4%
Magnesium	35 mg	8%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	—
Vitamin A	81 mcg	9%
Vitamin D	—
Other
Cholesterol	27 mg	9%

* 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 Tamales?: A 100 g serving of Tamales has 168 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Tamales?: Per 100 g there are 13.2 g of protein — about 26% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Tamales?: Per 100 g there are 4.7 g of fat and 18.3 g of carbohydrate, including 3.3 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Tamales high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Protein (26% DV), Dietary Fiber (12% DV).

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