1 cup (chopped) of Lamb's Ear (40 g) has 20 calories. That works out to 49 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.3 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 48 µg of Vitamin K covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Lamb's Ear Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

8.2g

· 3% DV

Protein

2.3g

· 5% DV

Fat

0.7g

· 1% DV

Fiber

3.7g

· 13% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 19% · Fat 13%

Lamb's Ear Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

120µg · 100% DV

Vitamin C

48mg · 53% DV

Vitamin A

260µg · 29% DV

Folate

70µg · 18% DV

Minerals

Iron

2mg · 11% DV

Potassium ⭐

390mg · 11% DV

Magnesium

40mg · 10% DV

Calcium

80mg · 8% DV

How Nutritious Is Lamb's Ear?

Nutrient density

Very high

82/ 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

57/ 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.

Lamb's Ear 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 Lamb's Ear

To burn the 49 calories in 100 g:

🚶

12min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

5min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

7min

Cycling

🏊

6min

Swimming

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

Is Lamb's Ear 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 Lamb's Ear 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 Lamb's Ear Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Lamb's Ear Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.13g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.04g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.05g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lamb's Ear

How many calories are in lamb's ear?

Lamb's ear contains 49 calories per 100 g. The same serving provides 2.3 g of protein, 8.2 g of carbohydrates, and 0.7 g of fat.

Is lamb's ear low glycemic?

Yes. Lamb's ear has a glycemic index of 15, which is considered low. It also provides 3.7 g of fiber per 100 g.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 22, 2026