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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Paprika"
| Food Name: Paprika | |
| Food Group: Spices and Herbs | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 282 | Total Fat (g): 13 |
| Protein (g): 14 | Carbohydrates (g): 54 |
| Sugars (g): 10 | Fiber (g): 35 |
| Net Carbs (g): 19 | Water (g): 11 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 2 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 1695 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 7766 | Omega-3 (mg): 453 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 7314 | ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 453 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 49254 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 2463 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 1 | Vitamin E (mg): 29 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 80 | Riboflavin/B2 (mg): 1 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 10 | Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 3 |
| Vitamin B6 (mg): 2 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 49 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 49 | Folate DFE (mcg): 49 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 229 | Iron (mg): 21 |
| Magnesium (mg): 178 | Phosphorus (mg): 314 |
| Potassium (mg): 2280 | Sodium (mg): 68 |
| Zinc (mg): 4 | Copper (mg): 1 |
| Manganese (mg): 2 | Selenium (mcg): 6 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 70 | Threonine (mg): 490 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 570 | Leucine (mg): 920 |
| Lysine (mg): 690 | Methionine (mg): 200 |
| Cystine (mg): 230 | Phenylalanine (mg): 610 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 380 | Valine (mg): 750 |
| Arginine (mg): 890 | Histidine (mg): 250 |
| Alanine (mg): 640 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 2850 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 2260 | Glycine (mg): 780 |
| Proline (mg): 2310 | Serine (mg): 610 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 52 | Betaine (mg): 7 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 26162 | Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 595 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 18944 | PRAL Score: -37 |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Sucrose (g): 1 | Glucose (g): 3 |
| Fructose (g): 7 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Paprika
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Paprika'?
100 grams of 'Paprika' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 14g (around 28% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 54g (around 20% of daily requirement),
Fat – 13g (around 17% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Paprika'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Paprika' provides around 282 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 14% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Paprika' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Paprika' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 14g protein, 54g carbs, and 13g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Paprika' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Paprika' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 21 mg (117% DV),
Potassium (mg): 2280 mg (49% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 178 mg (42% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 314 mg (25% DV),
Zinc (mg): 4 mg (36% DV),
Copper (mg): 1 mg (111% DV),
Manganese (mg): 2 mg (87% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Calcium (mg): 229 mg (18% DV).
'Paprika' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Selenium (mcg): 6 mcg (11% DV),
Sodium (mg): 68 mg (3% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Paprika in significant amounts?
'Paprika' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 2463 mcg (274% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 49254 IU (1642% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 29 mg (193% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 80 mcg (67% DV),
Riboflavin/B2 (mg): 1 mg (77% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 10 mg (63% DV),
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 3 mg (60% DV),
Vitamin B6 (mg): 2 mg (154% DV).
'Paprika' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 1 mg (1% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 49 mcg (12% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 49 mcg (12% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 49 mcg (12% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Paprika' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Paprika' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Vitamin A (mcg RAE): 2463 mcg (82% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Iron (mg): 21 mg (47% of max recommended).