Empanada
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 297 kcal |
| Protein | 10.2 g |
| Fat | 15.8 g |
| Carbs | 28.6 g |
Empanada is a filled pastry common across Latin America, Spain and parts of the Philippines, typically stuffed with meat, vegetables or cheese and then baked or fried. Per 100 g, an empanada provides 297 kcal, 10.2 g of protein, 15.8 g of fat and 28.6 g of carbohydrates, with 1.4 g of dietary fibre and 1.8 g of sugars — a profile reflecting both the enriched dough and the savoury filling. Notable minerals include sodium at 420 mg per 100 g, potassium at 185 mg and calcium at 24 mg. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Among common dietary patterns, empanada fits a dairy-free diet, though filling ingredients vary widely and should be checked individually.
How many calories in an empanada?
An empanada contains 297 kcal per 100 g. A single medium empanada typically weighs around 100–150 g, putting one piece at roughly 300–445 kcal depending on size and filling.
How much sodium is in an empanada?
Empanadas contain approximately 420 mg of sodium per 100 g, which is a notable amount largely coming from seasoned fillings and the dough itself. Those monitoring sodium intake should factor this in, especially when eating multiple pieces.
Is empanada dairy-free?
Traditional empanada dough is generally dairy-free, and the food is listed as compatible with a dairy-free diet. However, some fillings — particularly cheese-stuffed varieties — do contain dairy, so checking the specific recipe or product is always worthwhile.
Diets
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 297 kcal |
| Protein | 10.2 g |
| Fat | 15.8 g |
| Carbs | 28.6 g |
| Sugars | 1.8 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 5.9 g |
| Monounsaturated | 6.7 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 2.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 38.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 24.0 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Potassium | 185 mg |
| Sodium | 420 mg |