Amaranth flakes nutrition facts
Per 1 cup · 38 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein5.9g15% of calories
- Carbs27g69% of calories
- Fat2.7g16% of calories
- ✓ Low fat
- ✓ Low saturated fat
- ✓ Low sodium
- ✓ Sugar free
- ✓ Cholesterol free
At a glance
One serving of Amaranth flakes (1 cup, 38 g) has 134 calories, with 5.9 g of protein, 27 g of carbohydrates and 2.7 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (69% of calories). It is high in selenium (49% DV).
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Selenium49%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber13%
- Phosphorus18%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
Nothing notable
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 cup (38 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1 μg | 1% |
| Thiamine | 0 mg | 2% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0 mg | 3% |
| Niacin | 1 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 2% |
| Folate (B9) | 4 μg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 μg | 0% |
| Choline | 29 mg | 5% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 6 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1 mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 134 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 10 mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 126 mg | 18% |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 27 μg | 49% |
Full breakdown · 13 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Beta carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 0 μg | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0 g | — |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
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Burning 134 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 25minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 16minCycling (moderate)
- 11minRunning (6 mph)
- 19minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Amaranth flakes?
One serving of Amaranth flakes (1 cup) has 134 calories, which works out to 353 calories per 100 g. That is about 6.7% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Are Amaranth flakes high in protein?
Not especially. It has 5.9 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 15% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Are Amaranth flakes keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 23 g of net carbs and 69% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Amaranth flakes?
13 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).
How much sugar is in Amaranth flakes?
0.2 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
