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Plain parantha/paratha: Calories, Protein & Macros
A 1 parantha serving of Plain parantha/paratha has 167 kcal, 2.9g protein, 17.2g carbs and 9.5g fat — 1.7g of protein per 100 kcal. It's a vegetarian cooked dish from the breads group, logged directly in IRONSLOG's 1,579-item Indian food database.
What's in a standard serving of Plain parantha/paratha?
A 1 parantha serving has 167 kcal, 2.9g protein, 17.2g carbohydrate, 9.5g fat and 3g fiber. Per 100 g it's 298.3 kcal, 5.1g protein, 30.7g carbs and 16.9g fat — use the per-100g figures to rescale for whatever portion is actually eaten.
How does Plain parantha/paratha fit a cut vs a bulk?
At 1.7g of protein per 100 kcal, Plain parantha/paratha is more calorie-dense than protein-dense — on a calorie deficit (a cut) it's worth measuring the portion carefully so it doesn't crowd out higher-protein foods within a fixed calorie budget. On a calorie surplus (a bulk) that same calorie density is an advantage — it's an easy way to add calories without needing a large plate.
How much Plain parantha/paratha should I eat?
The dataset's reference serving is 1 parantha (56 g), giving the 167 kcal and 2.9g protein above. Most people fit 1-2 servings into a single meal depending on the rest of the plate and their daily calorie target — log the actual amount eaten in IRONSLOG rather than assuming one fixed serving every time.
What can I swap for Plain parantha/paratha?
- Potato parantha/paratha — vegetarian, 205 kcal per 100 g, 1.8g protein per 100 kcal
- Naan — vegetarian, 286 kcal per 100 g, 2.8g protein per 100 kcal
- Chapati/Roti — vegetarian, 202 kcal per 100 g, 2.9g protein per 100 kcal
| Metric | Per 1 parantha | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 167 kcal | 298.3 kcal |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 5.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 30.7 g |
| Fat | 9.5 g | 16.9 g |
| Fiber | 3 g | 5.4 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 1.7 g | 1.7 g |
Key takeaways
- A 1 parantha serving of Plain parantha/paratha has 167 kcal and 2.9g protein.
- Plain parantha/paratha carries 1.7g of protein per 100 kcal — more calorie-dense than protein-dense.
- It's a vegetarian cooked dish in the breads group.
- Nutrition data is from the Indian Nutrient Databank / IFCT 2017, not estimated.
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Try IRONSLOG freeFrequently asked questions
How much protein is in Plain parantha/paratha?
5.1g per 100 g, or 2.9g in a 1 parantha serving — 1.7g of protein per 100 kcal.
Is Plain parantha/paratha vegetarian?
Yes — Plain parantha/paratha is vegetarian.
Can I log Plain parantha/paratha in IRONSLOG?
Yes — Plain parantha/paratha is one of the 1,579 items in IRONSLOG's Indian food database, searchable directly from the nutrition log.