Calories in Falafel
Falafel contains 333 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 3 balls (75 g) — carries about 250 kcal.
Plant-based but fried — calorically comparable to meat bites.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 3 balls (75 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 13 g | 9.8 g |
| Fat | 18 g | 14 g |
| Carbohydrates | 32 g | 24 g |
| Fibre | 4.9 g | 3.7 g |
| Sugars | 2 g | 1.5 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~63 minutes
~25 minutes
Approximate, for a ~250 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in falafel?
Falafel contains 333 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 3 balls (75 g) — carries about 250 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does falafel have?
Per 100 g: 13 g protein, 18 g fat and 32 g carbohydrates, of which 4.9 g fibre and 2 g sugars.
Is falafel suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 333 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (3 balls (75 g)) is ~250 kcal. Plant-based but fried — calorically comparable to meat bites.
How much does one serving of falafel weigh?
The typical serving is 3 balls (75 g) — about 75 g, which equals ~250 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of falafel?
Roughly 63 minutes of brisk walking or 25 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.