Calories in Palak Paneer
Palak Paneer has about 290 calories per 1 serving (200 g), or 145 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 14 g protein, 10 g carbs and 22 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 serving (200 g) | 1 cup (240 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 145 kcal | 290 kcal | 348 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g | 14 g | 16.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g | 10 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 22 g | 26.4 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 3.6 g | 4.3 g |
| Sugar | 1.5 g | 3 g | 3.6 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg | 760 mg | 912 mg |
About Palak Paneer
Palak paneer is cubes of paneer in a puréed spinach gravy with garlic, cream and butter. The spinach keeps it lighter than a cream-based chicken curry — a serving is about 290 kcal with 14 g protein.
Tip: A vegetarian curry that actually carries protein; pair with one roti rather than naan.
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Common questions
How many calories are in palak paneer?+
About 290 kcal per 1 serving (200 g), or 145 kcal per 100 g. Spinach gravy with paneer; moderate calories and decent protein for a vegetarian dish.
How many calories in 1 cup of palak paneer?+
1 cup (240 g) is roughly 348 kcal with 16.8 g protein, 12 g carbs and 26.4 g fat.
How much protein is in palak paneer?+
About 14 g per 1 serving. It is not a major protein source, so pair it with daal, yogurt, eggs, chicken or fish to balance the meal.
Is palak paneer good for weight loss?+
Palak Paneer is moderate in calories (145 kcal per 100 g). It can fit a weight-loss diet in a normal portion — the key is keeping the serving to around 200 g and watching what you eat alongside it.
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