Calories in Paratha
Paratha has about 272 calories per 1 medium paratha (80 g), or 340 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 6 g protein, 36 g carbs and 11.2 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 medium paratha (80 g) | 1 large paratha (110 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal | 272 kcal | 374 kcal |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 6 g | 8.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 45 g | 36 g | 49.5 g |
| Fat | 14 g | 11.2 g | 15.4 g |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 3.6 g | 5 g |
| Sugar | 1 g | 0.8 g | 1.1 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg | 304 mg | 418 mg |
About Paratha
A paratha is roti dough layered with ghee or oil and fried on the tawa. That fat is the whole difference: a medium paratha is around 270 kcal, more than double a plain roti of the same flour. Lachha or restaurant parathas with extra ghee can pass 400 kcal.
Tip: One paratha for breakfast is fine; the trouble is paratha plus fried egg plus chai with sugar, which is a 600 kcal start to the day.
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Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult.
- Brisk walking60 min
- Running25 min
- Cycling34 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in paratha?+
About 272 kcal per 1 medium paratha (80 g), or 340 kcal per 100 g. Roti plus roughly a tablespoon of ghee; the fat is what makes it calorie-dense.
How many calories in 1 large paratha?+
1 large paratha (110 g) is roughly 374 kcal with 8.2 g protein, 49.5 g carbs and 15.4 g fat.
How much protein is in paratha?+
About 6 g per 1 medium paratha. It is not a major protein source, so pair it with daal, yogurt, eggs, chicken or fish to balance the meal.
Is paratha good for weight loss?+
Paratha is calorie-dense (340 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.