VeganSpices & Condiments
Kesar (saffron)
Nutrition Facts Per 100g
Also known as: SAFFRON, KESAR
Kesar (saffron) is a foundational ingredient in Indian cooking, used in small quantities but contributing meaningful micronutrients and bioactive compounds. While typically consumed in amounts of 1-5g per serving, its nutrient density per 100g is noteworthy. Per 100g, it offers Vitamin C (approximately 97% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) (approximately 64% of a typical adult's daily needs). Here are the full nutrition details.
Nutrition Summary
310kcalCalories
11.4gProtein
65.4gCarbs
5.9gFat
3.9gFiber
Micronutrients
High in:Vitamin CPotassiumIronMagnesiumSodium
Calcium252 mg(25%)
Iron5.6 mg(43%)
Zinc1.5 mg(16%)
Potassium1724 mg(57%)
Sodium148 mg(30%)
Magnesium111 mg(31%)
Phosphorus124 mg(18%)
Thiamin (B1)0.1 mg(10%)
Riboflavin (B2)0.3 mg(22%)
Niacin (B3)1.1 mg(7%)
Vitamin C80.0 mg(97%)
Carotenoids0 µg(0%)
β-Carotene0 µg(0%)
Vitamin A93.0 µg(12%)
Folate (B9)5.0 µg(1%)
Vitamin B60.3 mg(23%)
Vitamin B120 µg(0%)
Vitamin D0 µg(0%)
Vitamin E1.4 mg(9%)
Fat Breakdown4
MUFA0.7 g
PUFA3.8 g
Omega-30 g
Omega-60 g
Limit These2
Saturated Fat1.6 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Common Serving Sizes
1 pinch1g
3 kcal0.1g protein
100 g100g
310 kcal11.4g protein