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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
Protein 15% Carbs 84% Fat 17%

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
5%
PUFA3.8 g
64%
Omega-30 g
0%
Omega-60 g
0%
Limit These2
Saturated Fat1.6 g
Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 pinch1g
3 kcal0.1g protein
100 g100g
310 kcal11.4g protein

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Nutritional data per 100g. % values are approximate, based on Indian RDA guidelines (ICMR 2020) for typical adults. Individual needs vary by age, gender, and health status. This is not medical advice.