Calories in Pierogi
Pierogi has about 351 calories per 6 pierogi (180 g), or 195 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 9.5 g protein, 53.3 g carbs and 11 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Pierogi). Source: USDA FDC #2708720
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 6 pierogi (180 g) | 1 pierogi (30 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 195 kcal | 351 kcal | 59 kcal |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 9.5 g | 1.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 29.6 g | 53.3 g | 8.9 g |
| Fat | 6.1 g | 11 g | 1.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 1.6 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugar | 1.8 g | 3.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 474 mg | 853 mg | 142 mg |
About Pierogi
Polish dumplings filled with potato and cheese, boiled and often pan-fried with onions. Six pierogi are about 351 kcal.
Tip: Frying in butter and topping with sour cream can add 150+ kcal. Boiled pierogi with fried onion on top keep it lighter.
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Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
- Brisk walking78 min
- Running32 min
- Cycling44 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in pierogi?+
About 351 kcal per 6 pierogi (180 g), or 195 kcal per 100 g.
How many calories in 1 pierogi?+
1 pierogi (30 g) is roughly 58 kcal with 1.6 g protein, 8.9 g carbs and 1.8 g fat.
Is pierogi high in protein?+
Not really — 6 pierogi gives about 9.5 g protein, only 11% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from carbs.
Is pierogi good for weight loss?+
Pierogi is moderate in calories (195 kcal per 100 g). It can fit a weight-loss diet in a normal portion — the key is keeping the serving to around 180 g and watching what you eat alongside it.
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