1 teaspoon (medium) of Ashwagandha (3 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 245 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Ashwagandha Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

245

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

46.9g

· 17% DV

Protein

3.7g

· 7% DV

Fat

0.3g

· 0% DV

Fiber

32.3g

· 115% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 91% · Protein 7% · Fat 2%

Ashwagandha Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.5mg · 10% DV

0.12mg · 7% DV

0.9mg · 6% DV

0.06mg · 5% DV

Minerals

Iron

3mg · 17% DV

Magnesium

36mg · 9% DV

Phosphorus

53mg · 8% DV

Potassium ⭐

274mg · 8% DV

How Nutritious Is Ashwagandha?

Nutrient density

High

65/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

51/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Ashwagandha Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Ashwagandha

To burn the 245 calories in 100 g:

🚶

61min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

25min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

33min

Cycling

🏊

29min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Ashwagandha Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Ashwagandha Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Ashwagandha Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Ashwagandha Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.08g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.06g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.05g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ashwagandha

How many calories does ashwagandha have, and what are its macros?

Per 100 g, ashwagandha provides 245 calories. It contains 3.7 g protein, 46.9 g carbs, 0.3 g fat, and 32.3 g fiber.

Is ashwagandha suitable for keto and gluten-free diets?

Based on the provided data, ashwagandha is compatible with both keto and gluten-free diets. It also fits vegan, vegetarian, paleo, Mediterranean, pescatarian, omnivore, and flexitarian eating patterns.

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· Last updated: September 23, 2026