Calories in Naan
Naan has about 261 calories per 1 plain naan (90 g), or 290 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 8.1 g protein, 46.8 g carbs and 4.5 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Estimated for a typical home-style recipe. Restaurant and homemade versions vary with oil, ghee and portion size.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 plain naan (90 g) | 1 large naan (120 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 290 kcal | 261 kcal | 348 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g | 8.1 g | 10.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 52 g | 46.8 g | 62.4 g |
| Fat | 5 g | 4.5 g | 6 g |
| Fiber | 2 g | 1.8 g | 2.4 g |
| Sugar | 3 g | 2.7 g | 3.6 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg | 405 mg | 540 mg |
About Naan
Naan is leavened white-flour bread baked in a tandoor, often brushed with butter or ghee. A plain naan is around 260 kcal; a roghni naan with sesame and extra ghee can be 350–400 kcal. Being made from maida it has less fibre than roti.
Tip: One naan is roughly equal to two medium rotis in calories but with half the fibre — swap when you can.
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Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult.
- Brisk walking58 min
- Running24 min
- Cycling33 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in naan?+
About 261 kcal per 1 plain naan (90 g), or 290 kcal per 100 g. White-flour bread; bigger and more calorie-dense than roti.
How many calories in 1 large naan?+
1 large naan (120 g) is roughly 348 kcal with 10.8 g protein, 62.4 g carbs and 6 g fat.
Is naan high in protein?+
Yes — 1 plain naan gives about 8.1 g protein for 261 kcal, which is 12% of its calories from protein.
Is naan good for weight loss?+
Naan is calorie-dense (290 kcal per 100 g), so it is easy to over-eat. It can still fit a weight-loss diet in a small, measured portion, but it should not be a daily staple.
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Values are averages for general information only and are not medical or dietary advice. Actual calories depend on the recipe, cooking oil and portion size. Browse all foods in our food calorie database.