Horchata
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 75 kcal |
| Protein | 0.8 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 15.5 g |
Horchata is a chilled, sweetened plant-based drink traditionally made from tiger nuts (chufa), water and sugar, though rice-based versions are common in Latin America and Mexico. It is typically served cold as a refreshing beverage, often alongside churros in Spain or as an agua fresca in Mexican cuisine. Per 100 g, horchata provides 75 kcal, 0.8 g of protein, 1.5 g of fat, 15.5 g of carbohydrates and 0.3 g of dietary fibre, with most of the carbohydrate coming from added and natural sugars (13 g). It contains 60 mg of potassium and 20 mg of calcium per 100 g. No glycemic index value is available for this product. Horchata is suitable for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free dietary patterns.
How many calories in horchata?
Horchata contains 75 kcal per 100 g. A typical 250 ml glass comes to around 185–190 kcal, most of which comes from its sugar content of 13 g per 100 g.
Is horchata dairy-free?
Yes, traditional horchata is dairy-free, as it is made from tiger nuts or rice rather than animal milk. It is also suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets.
Is horchata healthy?
Horchata is relatively low in fat at 1.5 g per 100 g and provides small amounts of potassium (60 mg) and calcium (20 mg). However, its sugar content is notable at 13 g per 100 g, so portion size is worth keeping in mind.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 75.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.80 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 15.5 g |
| Sugars | 13.0 g |
| Fiber | 0.30 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.30 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.80 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.30 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 20.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.30 mg |
| Potassium | 60.0 mg |
| Sodium | 30.0 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0.50 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |