How much protein is in Cooked Amaranth Grain?

Cooked Amaranth Grain contains 3.8g of protein per 100g serving. This makes it a low source of protein.

Is Cooked Amaranth Grain a complete protein?

Yes, Cooked Amaranth Grain is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids that your body cannot produce on its own. This makes it an excellent choice for muscle building and recovery.

What are the macros and nutrition facts for Cooked Amaranth Grain?

Per 100g serving, Cooked Amaranth Grain contains 102 calories, 3.8g protein, 1.58g fat, and 18.69g carbohydrates.

Complete Protein

Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.

Cooked Amaranth Grain

Cooked Amaranth Grain (Cooked) contains 3.8g of protein per 100g, with 1.6g fat, 18.7g carbohydrates, and 102 calories. This makes it a low protein source and a complete protein with all nine essential amino acids. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

USDA FoodData Central #170683 · Data as of Jan 2026 · All values per 100g

Amaranth grain, cooked

Low Fat

Nutrition facts per 100g for Cooked Amaranth Grain (Source: USDA FoodData Central)
Nutrient	Amount per 100g
Protein	3.8 g
Calories	102 kcal
Total fat	1.6 g
Carbohydrates	18.7 g
Fiber	2.1 g
Sodium	6 mg
Potassium	135 mg

How protein-efficient is Cooked Amaranth Grain?

Protein Energy

Low Protein

15%

of calories from protein

Low. This is mostly an energy source (carbs/fats), with a little bit of protein added.

Fat Ratio

2.4

grams protein per 1g fat

Moderate. Contains a fair amount of fat.

Calories for 30g

805

calories

Very expensive. eating 805 calories for protein is like eating a whole meal's worth of energy.

What is the fat, cholesterol and electrolyte profile?

Heart Health

Heart Friendly

"Very low in saturated fat."

Saturated Fat (Limit)0g / 20g*

Cholesterol (Limit)0mg / 300mg*

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Muscle & Electrolytes

Good for Recovery

Sodium

6mg

Electrolyte

Potassium

135mg

Electrolyte

Magnesium

65mg

Recovery

Iron

2.1mg

Energy

*Electrolytes support hydration and muscle contraction.

Cooking Effect

Cooking dilutes protein by absorbing ~72% water

Compare Cooked vs Raw

Raw

13.6g

Cooked

3.8g

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Source: USDA FoodData Central

Verified: 2026-01-05

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