Calorie guide · Middle Eastern
Muhammaracalories and macros
One serving of Muhammara has about 260 kcal, with 5 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat. That is roughly 8% of calories from protein, 27% from carbs and 65% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein5 g8%
- Carbs18 g27%
- Fat19 g65%
This meze blends 150 g of roasted red peppers with 25 g of walnuts, breadcrumbs, pomegranate molasses, cumin and olive oil into a thick, smoky dip. A serving is roughly 260 kcal with 5 g of protein and 18 g of carbohydrates, and about two thirds of the calories come from its 19 g of fat, mostly from the walnuts and olive oil.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~220 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | 260 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5 g | 8% |
| Carbs | 8.2 g | 18 g | 27% |
| Fat | 8.6 g | 19 g | 65% |
How many calories in 100 g of Muhammara?
A typical serving of Muhammara weighs about 220 g, so 100 g has about 118 kcal, 2.3 g protein, 8.2 g carbohydrates and 8.6 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 110 g | 130 | 2.5 g | 9 g | 9.5 g |
| 1 serving | 220 g | 260 | 5 g | 18 g | 19 g |
| 1½ servings | 330 g | 390 | 7.5 g | 27 g | 28.5 g |
| 2 servings | 440 g | 520 | 10 g | 36 g | 38 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 118 | 2.3 g | 8.2 g | 8.6 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 236 | 4.5 g | 16.4 g | 17.3 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Muhammara
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Sugars | 11 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 13% |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 450 mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2 mg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 100 mg | 111% |
| Vitamin A | 180 µg | 20% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
Allergens in Muhammara
- Gluten
- Tree nuts
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does Muhammara fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Muhammara?
For a 70 kg adult, the 260 kcal in one serving is about 61 minutes of comfortable walking or 44 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 61 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 44 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
A roasted red pepper and walnut dip with pomegranate molasses, served with bread, a rich vegan meze.
- 150g Roasted Red Peppers
- 25g Walnuts
- Breadcrumbs
- Pomegranate Molasses, Cumin
- Olive Oil
How to make it
- Peel and seed 150 g of roasted red peppers and pat them dry.
- Lightly toast 25 g of walnuts in a dry pan for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Blend the peppers and walnuts with the breadcrumbs, pomegranate molasses, cumin, a little garlic and salt to a thick, coarse paste.
- With the motor running, add the olive oil and blend briefly.
- Taste and adjust the salt and chili, then serve at room temperature with bread.
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How to make it lighter
- Measure the olive oil when blending; a tablespoon is roughly 120 kcal, and a drizzle on top adds more.
- Eat it with raw vegetables such as cucumber, carrot or pepper strips instead of a basket of bread.
- Count bread separately, since the dip is often scooped up with pide or toasted bread.
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Work out your own daily calorie target with the calorie calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Muhammara?
A typical serving of Muhammara has about 260 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Muhammara?
About 118 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 220 g with 260 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Muhammara high in protein?
It is moderate. One serving has about 5 g of protein (8% of its calories); pair it with a protein side if you are aiming for a high-protein meal.
Can I eat Muhammara while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Muhammara?
Roughly 61 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 44 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Muhammara vegetarian?
Yes. A typical serving of Muhammara has no meat or fish.
Is Muhammara gluten-free?
Usually not. A typical serving contains wheat or another gluten source.
How can I make Muhammara lighter?
Measure the olive oil when blending; a tablespoon is roughly 120 kcal, and a drizzle on top adds more. Eat it with raw vegetables such as cucumber, carrot or pepper strips instead of a basket of bread. Count bread separately, since the dip is often scooped up with pide or toasted bread.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (220 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.