Calories in Falafel

Falafel has about 266 calories per 4 pieces (80 g), with 10.6 g protein, 25.4 g carbs and 14.2 g fat. Per 100 g it has 333 kcal.

Good protein sourceGood fibre sourceGood iron source
266kcal
Calories · 4 pieces (80 g)
10.6g
Protein · 4 pieces (80 g)
25.4g
Carbs · 4 pieces (80 g)
14.2g
Fat · 4 pieces (80 g)
Carbs 37%Protein 16%Fat 47%share of calories

Falafel calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
4 pieces (80 g)266 kcal10.6 g25.4 g14.2 g
100 g333 kcal13.3 g31.8 g17.8 g

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Falafel nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer 4 pieces (80 g)
Calories333 kcal266 kcal
Protein13.3 g10.6 g
Carbohydrates31.8 g25.4 g
Fat17.8 g14.2 g
Fibre4.9 g3.9 g
Sugar0.5 g0.4 g
Sodium590 mg472 mg
Calcium55 mg44 mg
Iron3.4 mg2.7 mg
Potassium585 mg468 mg
Vitamin C4 mg3.2 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. 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 Falafel healthy?

  • ●Falafel is calorie-dense, so portions add up fast at 333 kcal per 100 g. About 37% of its calories come from carbs, 16% from protein and 47% from fat.
  • ●On a fat-loss diet, measure your portion. 4 pieces (80 g) already adds 266 kcal, and it's easy to eat more than you meant to.

To burn it off: 4 pieces (80 g) (266 kcal) takes about 53 min of brisk walking or 24 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Falafel: frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Falafel?

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One serving of Falafel, 4 pieces (80 g), has roughly 266 calories, with 10.6 g protein, 25.4 g carbohydrates, 14.2 g fat and 3.9 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Falafel?

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100 g of Falafel has 333 kcal, with 13.3 g protein, 31.8 g carbs, 17.8 g fat, 4.9 g fibre and 0.5 g sugar.

How much protein is in Falafel?

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Falafel has 13.3 g protein per 100 g (10.6 g in 4 pieces (80 g)). Protein provides about 16% of its calories.

Is Falafel good for weight loss?

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Only in measured portions. At 333 kcal per 100 g it is calorie-dense, so portions add up fast. 4 pieces (80 g) adds 266 kcal, so count it within your daily target.

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

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Burning roughly 266 kcal takes about 53 minutes of brisk walking or 24 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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