Calories in Tamarind (raw)

Tamarind (raw) has about 36 calories per 1 tbsp pulp (15 g), with 0.4 g protein, 9.4 g carbs and 0.1 g fat. Per 100 g it has 239 kcal.

Good fibre sourceNatural sugarsMostly carbs
36kcal
Calories · 1 tbsp pulp (15 g)
0.4g
Protein · 1 tbsp pulp (15 g)
9.4g
Carbs · 1 tbsp pulp (15 g)
0.1g
Fat · 1 tbsp pulp (15 g)
Carbs 94%Protein 4%Fat 2%share of calories

Tamarind (raw) calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 tbsp pulp (15 g)36 kcal0.4 g9.4 g0.1 g
100 g239 kcal2.8 g62.5 g0.6 g

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Tamarind (raw) nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer 1 tbsp pulp (15 g)
Calories239 kcal36 kcal
Protein2.8 g0.4 g
Carbohydrates62.5 g9.4 g
Fat0.6 g0.1 g
Fibre5.1 g0.8 g
Sugar38 g5.7 g
Sodium28 mg4 mg
Calcium74 mg11 mg
Iron2.8 mg0.4 mg
Potassium628 mg94 mg
Vitamin C3.5 mg0.5 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 Tamarind (raw) healthy?

  • ●Tamarind (raw) is moderately calorie-dense at 239 kcal per 100 g. About 94% of its calories come from carbs, 4% from protein and 2% 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.
  • ●It's low in protein (0.4 g in 1 tbsp pulp (15 g)), so if you're building muscle, pair it with dal, paneer, curd, eggs or chicken.

To burn it off: 1 tbsp pulp (15 g) (36 kcal) takes about 7 min of brisk walking or 3 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Tamarind (raw): frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Tamarind (raw)?

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One serving of Tamarind (raw), 1 tbsp pulp (15 g), has roughly 36 calories, with 0.4 g protein, 9.4 g carbohydrates, 0.1 g fat and 0.8 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Tamarind (raw)?

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100 g of Tamarind (raw) has 239 kcal, with 2.8 g protein, 62.5 g carbs, 0.6 g fat, 5.1 g fibre and 38 g sugar.

How much protein is in Tamarind (raw)?

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Tamarind (raw) has 2.8 g protein per 100 g (0.4 g in 1 tbsp pulp (15 g)). Protein provides about 4% of its calories.

Is Tamarind (raw) good for weight loss?

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In moderation. At 239 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 Tamarind (raw)?

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Burning roughly 36 kcal takes about 7 minutes of brisk walking or 3 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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