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Amaranth

Amaranth packs 371 kcal into 100 g (3.5 oz), so a typical 30 g (1 oz) serving already adds up to about 111 kcal.

Last reviewed: By USDA description: Amaranth grain, uncooked

  • 371 kcalCalories per 100 g
  • 13.6 gProtein per 100 g
  • 6.7 gFiber per 100 g
  • Estimated satiety: 1 out of 5

Nutrition facts

A typical 30 g (1 oz) serving provides about 111 kcal, 4.1 g of protein, and 2 g of fiber.

Values for amaranth per 100 g (3.5 oz) and per typical serving of 30 g (1 oz).
NutrientPer 100 g (3.5 oz)Per serving (30 g (1 oz))
Calories371 kcal111 kcal
Protein13.6 g4.1 g
Carbohydrates65.2 g19.6 g
of which sugars1.7 g0.5 g
Fiber6.7 g2 g
Fat7 g2.1 g
of which saturated1.5 g0.4 g
Water11.3 g3.4 g

The typical serving is a common amount used for the math, not a recommendation. Ounces and cups are rounded US equivalents; the values come from the database entry cited in the sources.

Satiety

Calculation: 1 (base) − 1 (high energy density: 371 kcal/100 g) + 0 (protein: 3.7 g/100 kcal) + 0 (fiber: 1.8 g/100 kcal) + 0 (solid food with 11.3 g of water, under 70) = 0; raised to the minimum of 1.

The 1 to 5 score is our own estimate: it starts at 1 point, adds points for low energy density, for protein and fiber per 100 kcal, and for the water in solid foods, and subtracts points for drinks with calories. It is useful for comparing foods with each other; it is not a measurement in people.

What to keep in mind on a GLP-1 medication

High in fiber
It has at least 3 g of fiber per 100 g. Fiber adds bulk and slows digestion, which contributes to fullness, and it helps keep you regular; constipation is a common side effect of GLP-1 medications. It is usually easier to tolerate when you increase it gradually and drink enough water.
Nutritious in small servings
It provides protein, healthy fats, or other nutrients in a small volume. That is practical when you eat little and every bite needs to count.
High energy density
It has more than 300 kcal per 100 g: a lot of energy in a small volume, so it is less filling per calorie. That does not make it a bad food; when your appetite is very low, a small serving can help you meet your needs.

Frequently asked questions about amaranth

How much protein is in a 30 g (1 oz) serving of amaranth?

100 g (3.5 oz) of amaranth has 13.6 g of protein. A typical 30 g (1 oz) serving has about 4.1 g of protein. That is 3.7 g of protein per 100 kcal.

How many calories does a 30 g (1 oz) serving of amaranth have?

100 g (3.5 oz) of amaranth has 371 kcal. A typical 30 g (1 oz) serving has about 111 kcal. That is a high energy density.

Does amaranth have fiber?

100 g (3.5 oz) of amaranth has 6.7 g of fiber. A typical 30 g (1 oz) serving has about 2 g of fiber. It carries our “High in fiber” tag.

Is amaranth filling?

Barely filling for the calories it provides: our estimated satiety score is 1 out of 5. Calculation: 1 (base) − 1 (high energy density: 371 kcal/100 g) + 0 (protein: 3.7 g/100 kcal) + 0 (fiber: 1.8 g/100 kcal) + 0 (solid food with 11.3 g of water, under 70) = 0; raised to the minimum of 1. It is an estimate based on its composition, not a measurement in people.

What should I know about amaranth on a GLP-1 medication?

Based on our tags, this is what matters about amaranth on a GLP-1 medication. “High in fiber”: a good amount of fiber, which helps keep you regular; it is easier to tolerate when you increase it gradually and drink enough water. “Nutritious in small servings”: a lot of nutrition in a small volume, which is practical when you eat little. “High energy density”: a lot of energy in a small volume; when your appetite is very low, a small serving can help you meet your needs. These are general guidelines, not medical advice: everyone tolerates foods differently.

What counts as a normal serving of amaranth?

We use 30 g (1 oz) as a typical serving. That amount provides about 111 kcal, 4.1 g of protein, and 2 g of fiber. It is a reference for calculations, not a recommendation of how much to eat.

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Sources

Sources for the data on this page, with the access date.

  1. USDA FoodData Central: Amaranth grain, uncooked (FDC ID 170682). U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. accessed .