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Low-calorie herbal-style infusion
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Couscous tea (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
2
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 29% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 5 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Couscous tea is a name used for a brewed herbal-style drink, but it does not identify one universally standard recipe. Its ingredients can vary, and the name alone does not mean the drink is made from cooked couscous.
Couscous tea may be made from herbs or a blend of plant ingredients, but there is no single standard ingredient list for the name. The exact blend depends on the product, so the name alone cannot tell you which plants it contains.
Couscous tea is caffeine-free if it contains only herbs and spices. A blend that includes black tea, green tea, or another caffeinated ingredient can contain caffeine, so the ingredients matter more than the drink’s name.
There is no single taste for couscous tea because products sold under that name can use different herbs and spices. Its flavor may be mild or aromatic depending on the blend; it is not necessarily similar to the taste of couscous.
Brew couscous tea by steeping the product in hot water. Because the ingredients and form of the blend can vary, use the package’s directions for the amount and steeping time rather than assuming every couscous tea is prepared identically.
There is no established evidence that couscous tea treats digestive problems. Some people may enjoy it as a warm drink after a meal, but its name does not guarantee particular digestive effects or a specific herbal ingredient.
Yes, you can drink couscous tea cold. Brew it first, let it cool, and refrigerate it if you want to serve it chilled. Its flavor will depend on the herbs or other ingredients in the blend.
Yes, you can add milk if it suits the flavor of your couscous tea, but it is not required. Since blends vary, taste the tea plain first; milk may overwhelm a delicate herbal infusion.
Many people can enjoy a cup of couscous tea as a beverage, but daily use cannot be assessed from the name alone because blends differ. If it contains a medicinal herb or you take medication, ask a healthcare professional about that ingredient.
Do not leave brewed couscous tea sitting out for a long time. Refrigerate any leftover tea in a covered container and drink it soon; keep the dry blend sealed in a cool, dry place.
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0.02mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
4.8mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 2 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Couscous tea is a light drink made by steeping or briefly simmering couscous in water. Unlike familiar teas, it has no widely standardised recipe, so the exact preparation can vary. Its flavour is mild and gently grain-like, and it is usually best understood as a simple warm drink rather than a conventional tea with a strong herbal or tannic character. It is very low in energy, with 1 calorie per 100 g. Enjoy it plain when you want something light, or adjust the steeping time to bring out a fuller grain flavour; adding sugar or milk will change its otherwise minimal nutritional profile.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.