Calories in Dal Makhani

Dal Makhani has about 285 calories per 1 katori (150 g), with 10.5 g protein, 22.5 g carbs and 16.5 g fat. Per 100 g it has 190 kcal.

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Good fibre source
285kcal
Calories · 1 katori (150 g)
10.5g
Protein · 1 katori (150 g)
22.5g
Carbs · 1 katori (150 g)
16.5g
Fat · 1 katori (150 g)
Carbs 32%Protein 15%Fat 53%share of calories

Dal Makhani calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 katori (150 g)285 kcal10.5 g22.5 g16.5 g
1 bowl (250 g)475 kcal17.5 g37.5 g27.5 g
100 g190 kcal7 g15 g11 g

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Dal Makhani nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer 1 katori (150 g)
Calories190 kcal285 kcal
Protein7 g10.5 g
Carbohydrates15 g22.5 g
Fat11 g16.5 g
Fibre4 g6 g
Sugar3 g4.5 g
Sodium450 mg675 mg
Calcium60 mg90 mg
Iron2 mg3 mg
Potassium280 mg420 mg
Vitamin C1 mg1.5 mg

Source: Indian Nutrient Databank (INDB). Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.

Coach's take: is Dal Makhani healthy?

  • ●Dal Makhani is moderately calorie-dense at 190 kcal per 100 g. About 32% of its calories come from carbs, 15% from protein and 53% from fat.
  • ●It can fit a fat-loss diet in a measured portion. Pair it with a protein source and vegetables so the meal keeps you full.

To burn it off: 1 katori (150 g) (285 kcal) takes about 57 min of brisk walking or 26 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Dal Makhani: frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Dal Makhani?

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One serving of Dal Makhani, 1 katori (150 g), has roughly 285 calories, with 10.5 g protein, 22.5 g carbohydrates, 16.5 g fat and 6 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Dal Makhani?

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100 g of Dal Makhani has 190 kcal, with 7 g protein, 15 g carbs, 11 g fat, 4 g fibre and 3 g sugar.

How much protein is in Dal Makhani?

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Dal Makhani has 7 g protein per 100 g (10.5 g in 1 katori (150 g)). Protein provides about 15% of its calories.

Is Dal Makhani good for weight loss?

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In moderation. At 190 kcal per 100 g it can fit a weight-loss diet if your total daily calories stay in a deficit and the meal includes protein and vegetables.

How long does it take to burn off one serving of Dal Makhani?

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Burning roughly 285 kcal takes about 57 minutes of brisk walking or 26 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.

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