Legumes • Deep Nutrition Analytics
Falafel, home-prepared
Falafel, home-prepared is a legumes providing 332 kcal per 100g serving, primarily fueled by balanced macronutrients (332 kcal) for a balanced distribution of calories across macronutrients. On the micronutrient spectrum, it provides a strong 30% DV of Manganese (0.691 mg) per 100g. Despite a higher energy concentration (3.3 kcal/g), it delivers substantial micronutrient density to support nutrient-dense meal planning.
- Protein
- 13.3 g
- Carbohydrates
- 31.8 g
- Fat
- 17.8 g
Carbohydrate Quality & Sustained Energy
Falafel, home-prepared delivers 31.8g of carbohydrates, yielding 31.8g of net carbs per 100g. This macro structure supports glycogen replenishment and stable digestive transit.
Complete Nutrition Profile (per 100 g)
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1390 kJ |
| Protein | 13.3 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 17.8 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 31.8 g |
| Energy | 333 kcal |
Micronutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Manganese | 0.7 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 82 mg |
| Iron | 3.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 192 mg |
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1 µg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin A, IU | 13 IU |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 mg |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Iron, Fe | 3.4 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 82 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 192 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 294 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.3 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.7 mg |
| Calcium, Ca | 54 mg |
| Potassium, K | 585 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.5 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1 µg |
Other nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Folate, DFE | 104 µg |
| Folic acid | 15 µg |
| Folate, total | 93 µg |
| Thiamin | 0.1 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 mg |
| Ash | 2.4 g |
| Folate, food | 78 µg |
| Tryptophan | 0.1 g |
| Threonine | 0.5 g |
| Methionine | 0.2 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.7 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.3 g |
| Alanine | 0.6 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.3 g |
| Glycine | 0.6 g |
| Proline | 0.5 g |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.4 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.1 g |
| Water | 34.6 g |
| Niacin | 1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.3 mg |
| Isoleucine | 0.6 g |
| Leucine | 0.9 g |
| Lysine | 0.9 g |
| Cystine | 0.2 g |
| Valine | 0.6 g |
| Arginine | 1.3 g |
| Histidine | 0.4 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.5 g |
| Serine | 0.7 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.8 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.5 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 9.7 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.5 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 10.2 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 4.2 g |
Nutritional Highlights & Outliers
Potassium Rich
Supplies 585 mg of dietary potassium (12% DV), promoting healthy blood pressure regulation and neuromuscular fluid balance.
Nutrient Density Payload
Contains 5 essential micronutrients meeting or exceeding 15% of your daily reference value per 100g.
Serving calculator
Common serving sizes
- patty (approx 2-1/4" dia)17 g
Compare Falafel, home-prepared with Category Peers
Falafel, home-prepared vs Peanuts, all types, cooked, boiled, with salt
Compared to Peanuts, all types, cooked, boiled, with salt, Falafel, home-prepared has 100% less fiber and 4% higher calories per 100g.
Soy meal, defatted, raw vs Falafel, home-prepared
Compared to Soy meal, defatted, raw, Falafel, home-prepared has 73% less protein and 1% lower calories per 100g.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Falafel, home-prepared?
A standard 100-gram serving of Falafel, home-prepared contains 332 calories (1389 kJ), alongside 13.3g of protein, 31.8g of carbohydrates, and 17.8g of fat.
In common serving sizes:- 17g (patty (approx 2-1/4" dia)): ~56 kcal
Is Falafel, home-prepared suitable for a keto or low-carb diet?
No, it is generally not ideal for strict keto. With 31.8g of net carbs per 100g (31.8g total carbs minus -g fiber), consuming Falafel, home-prepared will quickly use up a substantial portion of your daily keto carbohydrate allowance.
What are the main vitamins and minerals found in Falafel, home-prepared?
According to MicroNutritious deep analytics of USDA laboratory data, the most significant micronutrients in a 100g serving of Falafel, home-prepared are:
- Manganese: 0.691 mg (30% of your daily value)
- Copper: 0.258 mg (29% of your daily value)
- Magnesium: 82 mg (20% of your daily value)
Values are standardized against FDA Daily Values for a 2,000 calorie diet.
Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy (FDC ID 172455).