Amaranth grain: Nutrition Facts
Amaranth is a small, gluten-free seed that is cooked and eaten as a grain. The figures here are for uncooked amaranth grain, USDA standard reference.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 371 | 13.6 | 65.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 371 (19%) | 13.6 (27%) | 65.3 (24%) | 6.7 (24%) | 7.0 (9%) |
| 1 cup (~193 g) | 716 (36%) | 26.2 (52%) | 125.9 (46%) | 12.9 (46%) | 13.5 (17%) |
| 100 g | 371 (19%) | 13.6 (27%) | 65.3 (24%) | 6.7 (24%) | 7.0 (9%) |
Percent Daily Value shows how much a nutrient in one serving contributes to a daily diet, based on the United States Food and Drug Administration reference intake of 2,000 calories a day. The FDA notes that 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice and that individual needs vary. The values below are calculated from the USDA macros for this food. FDA Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (21 CFR 101.9), accessed 2026-06-05.
| Serving | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 371 | 19% |
| Protein (g) | 13.6 | 27% |
| Carb (g) | 65.3 | 24% |
| Fiber (g) | 6.7 | 24% |
| Fat (g) | 7.0 | 9% |
How much protein in Amaranth grain?
Amaranth grain, uncooked, contains 13.6 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 cup (~193 g) serving therefore provides about 26.2 g of protein.
How many calories in Amaranth grain?
Amaranth grain, uncooked, supplies about 371 kcal per 100 g. A 1 cup (~193 g) serving works out to roughly 716 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 cup (~193 g): 716 kcal, 26.2 g protein, 13.5 g fat
- 100 g: 371 kcal, 13.6 g protein, 7.0 g fat
Related guides
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 170682, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Amaranth grain, uncooked - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29