Saffron
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 11.4 g |
| Fat | 5.8 g |
| Carbs | 61.5 g |
Saffron is a dried spice made from the stigmas of the Crocus sativus flower, and one of the most expensive spices by weight in the world. It is used in very small quantities — typically a pinch or a few threads — to colour and flavour dishes such as paella, risotto Milanese, bouillabaisse and various Persian rice dishes. Because it is used in such tiny amounts, the per-100g figures are largely academic, but for reference: 100 g provides 310 kcal, 11.4 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat, 61.5 g of carbohydrates and 3.9 g of fibre. Saffron is notably high in potassium (1,720 mg per 100 g) and magnesium (264 mg per 100 g), and contains 80.8 mg of vitamin C and 93 mcg of folate per 100 g. No glycemic index is available. It is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in saffron?
Saffron contains 310 kcal per 100 g, but a typical pinch used in cooking weighs around 0.1–0.3 g, contributing fewer than 1 kcal to a dish. The per-100g figure is rarely relevant in practice.
How much potassium is in saffron?
Saffron contains 1,720 mg of potassium per 100 g, which is exceptionally high by weight. However, since a normal serving is just a pinch (0.1–0.3 g), the actual potassium contribution to a meal is negligible.
Is saffron vegan-friendly?
Yes, saffron is fully plant-derived and is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP diets. It contains no animal products or common allergens.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 11.4 g |
| Fat | 5.8 g |
| Carbs | 61.5 g |
| Sugars | 42.4 g |
| Fiber | 3.9 g |
| Starch | 19.1 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 1.6 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.43 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 2.1 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 111 mg |
| Iron | 11.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 264 mg |
| Phosphorus | 252 mg |
| Potassium | 1720 mg |
| Sodium | 148 mg |
| Zinc | 1.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.33 mg |
| Manganese | 28.4 mg |
| Selenium | 5.6 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 27.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 80.8 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.7 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.12 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.27 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.0 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 93.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
Other cooking states of Saffron
Dried saffron (352 kcal).
