1 tablespoon (chopped) of Chives (3 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 30 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 6.4 µg of Vitamin K covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Chives Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

4.4g

· 2% DV

Protein

3.3g

· 7% DV

Fat

0.7g

· 1% DV

Fiber

2.5g

· 9% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 36% · Fat 17%

Chives Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

212µg · 177% DV

Vitamin C

58.1mg · 65% DV

Folate

105µg · 26% DV

Vitamin A

218µg · 24% DV

Minerals

Iron

2mg · 11% DV

Magnesium

42mg · 10% DV

Calcium

92mg · 9% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

How Nutritious Is Chives?

Nutrient density

Very high

80/ 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

54/ 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.

Chives 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 Chives

To burn the 30 calories in 100 g:

🚶

7min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

3min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

4min

Cycling

🏊

3min

Swimming

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

Is Chives Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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 Chives 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 Chives 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

Chives Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.14g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.03g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.09g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 0.5:1

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

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18 kcal

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18 kcal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chives

How many calories are in chives?

Chives contain 30 calories per 100 g. The same serving provides 3.3 g of protein, 4.4 g of carbohydrates, and 0.7 g of fat.

Are chives suitable for a keto diet?

Yes, chives are compatible with a keto diet. They contain 4.4 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and have a glycemic index of 15.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 21, 2026