Kamut khorasan wheat is an ancient variety of wheat, sold raw as whole grain berries and typically cooked by boiling until tender, then used in grain salads, soups, pilafs and as a substitute for rice or farro. Per 100 g raw, it provides 337 kcal, 14.5 g of protein, 2.1 g of fat, 70.6 g of carbohydrates and a notable 11.1 g of dietary fibre, with 7.8 g of sugars. It is a meaningful source of potassium (403 mg), phosphorus (364 mg) and magnesium (130 mg) per 100 g, alongside folate at 28.1 mcg and niacin at 6.375 mg. No glycemic index value is available for this grain. Suitable for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, dairy-free and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in kamut khorasan wheat?
Raw kamut khorasan wheat contains 337 kcal per 100 g. A typical cooked serving of around 150 g (from roughly 60 g dry grain) would deliver approximately 200 kcal, as cooking with water significantly increases the weight.
How much protein is in kamut khorasan wheat?
Kamut khorasan wheat provides 14.5 g of protein per 100 g raw, which is relatively high for a grain. This makes it a notable plant-based protein source compared to common wheat varieties.
Is kamut khorasan wheat vegan-friendly?
Yes, kamut khorasan wheat is fully plant-based and suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets. It is also dairy-free and fits Mediterranean dietary patterns, though it does contain gluten and is not appropriate for those with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.
Diets
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 337 kcal |
| Protein | 14.5 g |
| Fat | 2.1 g |
| Carbs | 70.6 g |
| Sugars | 7.8 g |
| Fiber | 11.1 g |
| Starch | 52.4 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.20 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.21 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.62 g |
| Trans | 0.005 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.048 g |
| Omega-6 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 22.0 mg |
| Iron | 3.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 130 mg |
| Phosphorus | 364 mg |
| Potassium | 403 mg |
| Sodium | 5.0 mg |
| Zinc | 3.7 mg |
| Copper | 0.51 mg |
| Manganese | 2.7 mg |
| Selenium | 81.5 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.61 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.8 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.57 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6.4 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.95 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.26 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 28.1 mcg |
| Choline | 25.8 mg |
Other cooking states of Kamut khorasan wheat
Cooked kamut khorasan wheat (132 kcal).
