Cardamom
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 312 kcal |
| Protein | 10.8 g |
| Fat | 6.7 g |
| Carbs | 68.5 g |
Cardamom is an aromatic spice derived from the seed pods of plants in the ginger family, used in both ground and whole-pod form. It is a staple in South Asian and Middle Eastern cooking, appearing in spiced rice dishes, chai, curries, and pastries, and is typically used in small quantities as a flavouring rather than a main ingredient. Per 100 g, cardamom provides 312 kcal, 10.8 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat, 68.5 g of carbohydrates and a notable 28 g of dietary fibre, with only 2.8 g from sugars. It contains 1119 mg of potassium, 383 mg of calcium and 229 mg of magnesium per 100 g, alongside 21 mg of vitamin C. No glycemic index value is available for cardamom. It is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in cardamom?
Cardamom contains 312 kcal per 100 g. In practice, a single recipe typically calls for 1–2 g of ground cardamom, which contributes only around 3–6 kcal to a dish.
How much potassium is in cardamom?
Cardamom contains 1119 mg of potassium per 100 g, which is a high concentration by weight. Because it is used in very small amounts, the actual potassium contribution per serving is modest.
Is cardamom gluten-free?
Yes, cardamom is naturally gluten-free and appears on the gluten-free compatible diet list. As with any spice, it is worth checking that the specific product has not been processed in a facility that handles gluten-containing grains.
Diets
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 312 kcal |
| Protein | 10.8 g |
| Fat | 6.7 g |
| Carbs | 68.5 g |
| Sugars | 2.8 g |
| Fiber | 28.0 g |
| Starch | 37.6 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.68 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.87 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.43 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.12 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.31 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 383 mg |
| Iron | 14.0 mg |
| Magnesium | 229 mg |
| Phosphorus | 178 mg |
| Potassium | 1119 mg |
| Sodium | 18.0 mg |
| Zinc | 7.5 mg |
| Copper | 0.38 mg |
| Manganese | 28.0 mg |
| Selenium | 21.0 mcg |
| Iodine | 0.50 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 21.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.20 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
