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High fiber, complex carbohydrates, plant protein
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Kakalou oats (80 g) has 296 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 48 g of carbs, 10.8 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 8 g of fiber. Its 3.9 mg of Manganese covers 170% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 80 g
296
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
48g
· 17% DV
Protein
10.8g
· 22% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
8g
· 29% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 15% · Fat 18%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 296 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 48 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 8 g | 29% |
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% |
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) | 80 g | 296 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 56 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 22 g | 81 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 40 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 250 g | 925 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 500 g | 1850 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Cook Kakalou oats in water or milk over gentle heat, stirring occasionally until they soften and thicken. Add a little more liquid if you prefer a thinner porridge, and serve once the texture is to your liking.
Yes, you can eat Kakalou oats uncooked, for example stirred into yogurt or milk. Letting them sit in liquid softens their texture; eating them dry may be less pleasant and makes them harder to chew.
Stir Kakalou oats into milk or yogurt, cover the mixture, and refrigerate it overnight. In the morning, add fruit, nuts, or another topping. Keep the prepared oats chilled rather than leaving them at room temperature.
No, Kakalou oats generally do not need rinsing before cooking. They are ready to use from the package, and rinsing can make them wet and harder to measure or cook to the texture you want.
Yes, grind Kakalou oats in a blender or food processor until they become fine. The resulting oat flour can be used in baking, but it behaves differently from wheat flour and may change a recipe’s texture.
Keep Kakalou oats in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry cupboard. Protect them from moisture and pantry pests, and use a clean, dry spoon when serving so the remaining oats stay dry.
Yes, microwave Kakalou oats with water or milk in a deep, microwave-safe bowl. Stir during heating to reduce the chance of boiling over, and take care when handling the hot bowl and checking the temperature.
Yes, you can blend Kakalou oats into a smoothie to make it thicker and more filling. Blend them with the other ingredients until smooth; soaking them first can help create a less grainy texture.
No, soaking Kakalou oats is not necessary before cooking them on the stove or in the microwave. Soaking can soften them and shorten hands-on preparation, but you can cook them directly according to your preferred method.
Kakalou oats contain carbohydrates, while their fiber can slow digestion and affect how filling a meal feels. People with diabetes can include oats, but should consider their portion and toppings as part of their meal plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.36mg · 30% DV
Biotin
6µg · 20% DV
B5
0.88mg · 18% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
3.92mg · 170% DV
Phosphorus
328mg · 47% DV
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Copper
0.32mg · 36% DV
Potassium ⭐
290mg · 9% DV
Sodium
1.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 296 calories in 1 cup (medium) (80 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.
Kakalou oats are oat flakes, made by rolling oat grains into a convenient form for cooking and adding to other foods. They have a mild, cereal-like flavour and soften into a creamy porridge when simmered with milk or water. You can also stir them into yoghurt, prepare them overnight, or use them in baking; fruit, nuts, cinnamon and seeds are natural additions. They provide fibre, complex carbohydrates and plant protein, with 10 g of fibre per 100 g. For a filling breakfast, top a bowl with fresh fruit and a source of protein such as yoghurt. If you prefer a lighter serving, keep sweeteners and rich toppings modest.
High
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.