Falafel nutrition: calories, carbs, GI, protein, fiber, fats
Falafel, home-prepared
*all the values are displayed for the amount of 100 grams
Top nutrition facts for Falafel
| Calories ⓘ Calories for selected serving | 333 kcal |
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Glycemic index ⓘ
Source: The GI is 33 when served with Pita bread, pickle, salad and Tahina http://docsdrive.com/pdfs/ansinet/pjn/2018/518-523.pdf
Check out our Glycemic index chart page for the full list.
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33 (low) |
| Glycemic load | 2 (low) |
| Net Carbs ⓘ Net Carbs = Total Carbohydrates – Fiber – Sugar Alcohols | 32 grams |
| Default serving size ⓘ Serving sizes are mostly taken from FDA's Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed (RACCs) | 1 patty (approx 2-1/4" dia) (17 grams) |
| Acidity (Based on PRAL) ⓘ PRAL (Potential renal acid load) is calculated using a formula. On the PRAL scale the higher the positive value, the more is the acidifying effect on the body. The lower the negative value, the higher the alkalinity of the food. 0 is neutral. | -1.5 (alkaline) |
| Oxalates ⓘ https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Vitamin-D-Minerals-Phytate-and-Oxalate-Content-of-Selected-Traditional-Foods-Commonly_tbl1_316762166 | 6 mg |
Falafel calories (kcal)
| Calories for different serving sizes of falafel | Calories | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Calories in 100 grams | 333 |
Falafel Glycemic index (GI)
Source:
The GI is 33 when served with Pita bread, pickle, salad and Tahina http://docsdrive.com/pdfs/ansinet/pjn/2018/518-523.pdf
Check out our Glycemic index chart page for the full list.
Falafel Glycemic load (GL)
Mineral coverage chart
Mineral chart - relative view
Vitamin coverage chart
Vitamin A:
3µg of 900µg
0.33%
Vitamin E:
0mg of 15mg
0%
Vitamin D:
0µg of 20µg
0%
Vitamin C:
4.8mg of 90mg
5.3%
Vitamin B1:
0.44mg of 1mg
37%
Vitamin B2:
0.5mg of 1mg
38%
Vitamin B3:
3.1mg of 16mg
20%
Vitamin B5:
0.88mg of 5mg
18%
Vitamin B6:
0.38mg of 1mg
29%
Folate:
279µg of 400µg
70%
Vitamin B12:
0µg of 2µg
0%
Choline:
0mg of 550mg
0%
Vitamin K:
0µg of 120µg
0%
Vitamin chart - relative view
Macronutrients chart
Protein:
Daily Value: 27%
13.3 g of 50 g
13.3 g (27% of DV )
Fats:
Daily Value: 27%
17.8 g of 65 g
17.8 g (27% of DV )
Carbs:
Daily Value: 11%
31.8 g of 300 g
31.8 g (11% of DV )
Water:
Daily Value: 2%
34.6 g of 2,000 g
34.6 g (2% of DV )
Other:
2.4 g
2.4 g
Protein quality breakdown
Tryptophan:
402mg of 280mg
144%
Threonine:
1476mg of 1,050mg
141%
Isoleucine:
1701mg of 1,400mg
122%
Leucine:
2832mg of 2,730mg
104%
Lysine:
2568mg of 2,100mg
122%
Methionine:
561mg of 1,050mg
53%
Phenylalanine:
2121mg of 1,750mg
121%
Valine:
1686mg of 1,820mg
93%
Histidine:
1092mg of 700mg
156%
Fat type information
Saturated fat:
2.4 g
Monounsaturated fat:
10 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
4.2 g
All nutrients for Falafel per 100g
| Nutrient | Value | DV% | In TOP % of foods | Comparison |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | 72% | |
| Calories | 333kcal | 17% | 26% |
7.1 times more than Orange
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| Protein | 13g | 32% | 36% |
4.7 times more than Broccoli
|
| Fats | 18g | 27% | 18% |
1.9 times less than Cheese
|
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 2% | 38% |
33.1 times less than Lemon
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| Net carbs | 32g | N/A | 25% |
1.7 times less than Chocolate
|
| Carbs | 32g | 11% | 26% |
1.1 times more than Rice
|
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
|
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
|
| Magnesium | 82mg | 20% | 16% |
1.7 times less than Almonds
|
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% | 32% |
2.3 times less than Milk
|
| Potassium | 585mg | 17% | 10% |
4 times more than Cucumber
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| Iron | 3.4mg | 43% | 17% |
1.3 times more than Beef broiled
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| Copper | 0.26mg | 29% | 27% |
1.8 times more than Shiitake
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| Zinc | 1.5mg | 14% | 45% |
4.2 times less than Beef broiled
|
| Phosphorus | 192mg | 27% | 41% |
1.1 times more than Chicken meat
|
| Sodium | 294mg | 13% | 34% |
1.7 times less than White bread
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| Selenium | 1µg | 2% | 82% | |
| Manganese | 0.69mg | 30% | 35% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 12% | 40% |
1.8 times less than Pea raw
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 13% | 54% |
1.3 times more than Avocado
|
| Vitamin B3 | 1mg | 7% | 68% |
9.2 times less than Turkey meat
|
| Vitamin B5 | 0.29mg | 6% | 74% |
3.9 times less than Sunflower seeds
|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 10% | 59% |
1.1 times more than Oats
|
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
|
| Trans fat | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
|
| Folate | 93µg | 23% | 25% |
1.5 times more than Brussels sprouts
|
| Saturated fat | 2.4g | 12% | 43% |
2.5 times less than Beef broiled
|
| Monounsaturated fat | 10g | N/A | 15% |
Equal to Avocado
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.2g | N/A | 20% |
11.3 times less than Walnut
|
| Tryptophan | 0.13mg | 0% | 74% |
2.3 times less than Chicken meat
|
| Threonine | 0.49mg | 0% | 73% |
1.5 times less than Beef broiled
|
| Isoleucine | 0.57mg | 0% | 72% |
1.6 times less than Salmon raw
|
| Leucine | 0.94mg | 0% | 74% |
2.6 times less than Tuna Bluefin
|
| Lysine | 0.86mg | 0% | 72% |
1.9 times more than Tofu
|
| Methionine | 0.19mg | 0% | 76% |
1.9 times more than Quinoa
|
| Phenylalanine | 0.71mg | 0% | 68% |
1.1 times more than Egg
|
| Valine | 0.56mg | 0% | 74% |
3.6 times less than Soybean raw
|
| Histidine | 0.36mg | 0% | 72% |
2.1 times less than Turkey meat
|
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NUTRITION FACTS LABEL
Nutrition Facts
___servings per container
Serving Size ______________
Serving Size ______________
Amount Per 100g
Calories 333
% Daily Value*
27%
Total Fat
18g
11%
Saturated Fat 2.4g
0
Trans Fat
0g
0
Cholesterol 0mg
13%
Sodium 294mg
11%
Total Carbohydrate
32g
0
Dietary Fiber
0g
Total Sugars 0g
Includes ? g Added Sugars
Protein
13g
Vitamin D
0mcg
0
Calcium
54mg
5.4%
Iron
3.4mg
43%
Potassium
585mg
17%
*
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Health checks
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Dietary cholesterol is not associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease in healthy individuals. However, dietary cholesterol is common in foods that are high in harmful saturated fats.
Source
Low in Cholesterol
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Trans fat consumption increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality by negatively affecting blood lipid levels.
Source
No Trans Fats
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Saturated fat intake can raise total cholesterol and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels, leading to an increased risk of atherosclerosis. Dietary guidelines recommend limiting saturated fats to under 10% of calories a day.
Source
Low in Saturated Fats
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While the consumption of moderate amounts of added sugars is not detrimental to health, an excessive intake can increase the risk of obesity, and therefore, diabetes.
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Low in Sugars
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References
All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.