Menjar blanc
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 5.5 g |
| Carbs | 26.0 g |
Menjar blanc is a traditional Catalan and Mallorcan dessert, typically served chilled as a creamy, spoonable sweet. It is made from ground almonds, rice flour or starch, sugar, and lemon zest, and is a staple of festive and religious celebrations across the Balearic Islands and parts of Catalonia. Per 100 g, it provides 160 kcal, 2.5 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat, and 26 g of carbohydrates, of which 18 g are sugars, along with 1 g of dietary fibre. It contributes 90 mg of potassium and 55 mg of calcium per 100 g. No glycemic index data is available for this preparation. Suitable for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, dairy-free, and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in menjar blanc?
Menjar blanc contains 160 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of around 150 g would provide approximately 240 kcal.
How much calcium is in menjar blanc?
Menjar blanc provides 55 mg of calcium per 100 g, largely from its almond base. This makes it a modest contributor to daily calcium intake.
Is menjar blanc vegan-friendly?
Yes, traditional menjar blanc is vegan-friendly when made with plant-based ingredients such as almond milk, rice starch, and sugar. It also fits vegetarian, dairy-free, and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 5.5 g |
| Carbs | 26.0 g |
| Sugars | 18.0 g |
| Fiber | 1.0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.50 g |
| Monounsaturated | 3.5 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 1.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 55.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.50 mg |
| Potassium | 90.0 mg |
| Sodium | 20.0 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |