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Medium-bodied, capsule coffee, low calorie, caffeinated
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee (40 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0.1 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 piece (medium) · 40 g
1
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 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 0% · Protein 100% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 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 piece (medium) | 40 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 40 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee has a medium body and a rounded roasted-coffee flavor. It works well as a short, neat espresso; adding milk softens the coffee character and makes the cup creamier.
Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee contains caffeine and is not a decaffeinated capsule. The amount in your cup varies with the capsule and the drink size you make, so avoid having it late in the day if caffeine affects your sleep.
Use Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee only in a machine made for that capsule format. Nespresso Original and Vertuo capsules are not interchangeable, so match the system printed on the box to your machine.
Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee makes a more concentrated cup when brewed as espresso. A lungo produces more volume but can taste thinner or more bitter, so start with the capsule's intended serving size and adjust to taste.
Yes, Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee can be served with milk. Milk mellows its medium-bodied coffee flavor, making it suitable for a cappuccino or latte; use less milk if you want the coffee to remain prominent.
No, Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee is caffeinated. If you want a decaffeinated Nespresso drink, choose a capsule specifically sold as decaf rather than relying on the Nicaragua name or roast style.
Yes, you can make iced coffee with Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee. Brew it short, then pour it over ice and add cold milk or water; a concentrated brew helps keep the flavor from becoming too diluted as the ice melts.
Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee highlights coffee from Nicaragua and has a medium-bodied profile. Other Nespresso capsules can differ in origin, roast, and flavor, so comparing the origin and tasting descriptions is more useful than assuming every capsule tastes alike.
Keep Nespresso Nicaragua capsules sealed individually and store the box in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. The closed capsules limit exposure to air, while moisture and heat can compromise the coffee's aroma.
Yes, used Nespresso Nicaragua capsules can be recycled through an appropriate collection scheme. Use Nespresso's local return or collection option where available, rather than putting used capsules straight into household rubbish.
Vitamins
B3
0.2mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.01mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 1 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 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.
Nespresso Nicaragua capsule coffee is coffee from Nicaragua packed in a capsule for brewing in a compatible Nespresso machine. Its medium body makes for a rounded cup without the especially heavy feel of a very intense coffee.
It can be enjoyed black or with milk, as an espresso-style drink after a meal or as a quick coffee break; serving customs vary across the many places where capsule machines are used. A plain cup is very low in calories and contains caffeine. For a lighter drink, skip sugar and keep milk to a modest splash, or serve it alongside a glass of water.
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 3
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ 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.