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Paprika powder Calories
Contains vitamin C and carotenoids
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (small) of Paprika powder (2 g) has 6 calories. That works out to 282 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 56.6 µg of Vitamin A covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Paprika powder Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (small) · 2.3 g
6
KCAL / 2.3G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 13% · Fat 30%
Paprika powder nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (small) (2.3 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 6 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.56 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Small Teaspoon of Paprika powder?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 2.3 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 5 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 6.8 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 10 g | 28 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 13.6 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 92 g | 259 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 282 kcal |
Calculated from 282 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Paprika powder
What is paprika powder?
Paprika powder is a ground spice made from dried red peppers. Depending on the pepper and how it is prepared, it can taste sweet, hot, or smoky, so the word alone does not specify its heat level.
What is the difference between paprika powder and chili powder?
Paprika powder is usually made from ground dried red peppers, while American-style chili powder is commonly a blend that may include cumin, garlic, and oregano. They are not always interchangeable: chili powder adds a more mixed, savory flavor.
Is paprika powder spicy?
Paprika powder can be mild or hot. Sweet paprika adds pepper flavor and color with little heat, while hot varieties can make a dish noticeably spicy. If the package does not specify the type, start with a small amount.
What is the difference between smoked paprika and regular paprika powder?
Smoked paprika is made from peppers dried over smoke, giving it a distinct smoky aroma; regular paprika powder is not necessarily smoked. Use smoked paprika when you want that flavor, rather than assuming all paprika tastes smoky.
What can I use instead of paprika powder?
For a similar mild pepper flavor, substitute sweet paprika powder or ground dried red pepper. Cayenne is much hotter, so use far less if replacing hot paprika; it will add heat without the same rounded pepper flavor.
How do you use paprika powder in cooking?
Paprika powder works well in soups, stews, eggs, roasted vegetables, meat rubs, and sauces. Add it briefly to warm oil or stir it into the dish near the end; prolonged high heat can scorch it and make it bitter.
Does paprika powder go bad?
Paprika powder can lose its aroma and color over time, even when it remains safe to use. Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dry cupboard; if it smells faint or looks very faded, it will add little flavor.
Can you eat paprika powder without cooking it?
Yes, paprika powder can be eaten without cooking. You can stir it into dips, dressings, or yogurt, though briefly warming it in oil helps release its aroma. Avoid adding it to very hot oil, where it can burn quickly.
Why does paprika powder turn bitter?
Paprika powder usually turns bitter when it burns. Its fine particles scorch quickly in very hot oil or during prolonged frying, so lower the heat, add it briefly, or mix it into a dish that already contains liquid.
Is paprika powder the same as cayenne pepper?
No. Paprika powder is made from paprika-type red peppers and may be mild, sweet, or smoky, while cayenne is generally much hotter. Replacing paprika with cayenne in equal amounts can make a dish far spicier.
Paprika powder Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
56.58µg · 6% DV
Vitamin E
0.67mg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Iron
0.49mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
52mg · 2% DV
Sodium
1.56mg · 0% DV
Paprika powder Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Paprika powder
To burn the 6 calories in 1 teaspoon (small) (2.3 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.
What is Paprika powder?
Paprika powder is made by drying and finely grinding red Capsicum peppers. The peppers originated in the Americas, while paprika became especially associated with Hungarian and Spanish cooking. Depending on the variety, the powder can taste sweet and mild, smoky or hot.
It is used around the world to season soups, stews, eggs, roasted vegetables and meat rubs; a brief stir into warm oil helps release its aroma, but high heat can make it bitter. Paprika contains carotenoids and vitamin C, though recipes usually call for too little to make it a major source of either. Try it with beans, potatoes or yogurt-based sauces, and add it toward the end of cooking when you want its colour and flavour to stay bright.
How Nutritious Is Paprika powder?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
High
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.
Is Paprika powder Processed?
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.
Does Paprika powder Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Paprika powder 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
Paprika powder Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
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