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High-protein, low-calorie coffee beverage
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Protein Coffee Americano (240 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 20 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 196.8 mg of Phosphorus covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
19
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
20g
· 40% 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 | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 91 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 20 g | 40% |
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 | 19 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 14 kcal |
| 8 ounce (medium) | 240 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 28 kcal |
| 12 ounce (large) | 350 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 32 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
Protein Coffee Americano combines Americano coffee with added protein, though the protein source and ingredients vary by product. Some versions contain dairy, so people with a milk allergy should avoid them.
Make Protein Coffee Americano by blending protein powder smoothly with a little cold water, then gradually mixing it into Americano. This helps prevent clumps; you can adjust the coffee-to-protein mixture to suit your taste.
Yes, Protein Coffee Americano contains caffeine from the coffee. The amount varies with the coffee and preparation, so it may affect sleep if you drink it late or are sensitive to caffeine.
Yes, but adding protein powder straight to boiling coffee can make it clump or turn grainy. First dissolve it in a little cold liquid, let the coffee cool slightly, and then combine them.
Not exactly. Protein Coffee Americano can taste creamier, and the protein powder may change the coffee’s bitterness or add sweetness. An unflavoured powder usually alters the coffee taste less than a flavoured one.
Yes, Protein Coffee Americano can be served cold over ice. Mix the protein powder with cold water until smooth before adding chilled coffee; this helps keep the drink from becoming lumpy.
You can drink Protein Coffee Americano whenever it suits you, but its caffeine may make it a poor choice close to bedtime. It can fit into breakfast or after a workout, but it is not a complete meal.
Protein Coffee Americano does not cause weight loss on its own. It may be a lower-energy alternative to a sugary coffee drink, while its effect on fullness depends on the product and what else you eat.
Yes. The caffeine in Protein Coffee Americano can make it harder to fall asleep or disrupt sleep, especially when consumed late in the day. Choose an earlier time or decaffeinated coffee if caffeine affects you.
No, Protein Coffee Americano alone is not a balanced breakfast. Although it provides protein, it does not offer the range of nutrients and fibre found in a meal; pair it with fruit or a whole-grain food.
Vitamins
B3
4.32mg · 27% DV
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
B12
0.43µg · 18% DV
B5
0.67mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
197mg · 28% DV
Calcium
228mg · 23% DV
Selenium
6.72µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
360mg · 11% DV
Sodium
91mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 19 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
Protein Coffee Americano combines an Americano—espresso diluted with hot water—with added protein. It brings together the familiar espresso-based café drink and a protein boost, while keeping coffee at the centre of the flavour. Stir it well before drinking so the added protein blends evenly.
It can be served hot or chilled, as a morning coffee or an afternoon pick-me-up; in cafés, it suits people who want something more substantial than a plain Americano. Expect roasted, gently bitter coffee notes and a slightly fuller texture. At 8 calories and 8.33 g of protein per 100 g, it is a low-calorie, protein-rich option. Skip sweeteners to keep the drink simple, or pair it with fruit for a light snack.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.