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Saffron water Calories
Water infused with saffron's antioxidants and aroma
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Saffron water (250 g) has 3 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Saffron water Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
3
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Saffron water nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 3 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.25 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Saffron water?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 3 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 5 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saffron water
How do you make Saffron water?
To make Saffron water, lightly crush a few saffron threads and steep them in warm or hot water until the water takes on their color and aroma. Strain the threads if you prefer, then drink it warm or chilled.
What are the benefits of Saffron water?
Saffron water adds saffron’s aroma and some of its antioxidant compounds to a drink. It can be an enjoyable way to flavor water, but it is not proven to prevent or treat a particular disease.
What does Saffron water taste like?
Saffron water tastes gently floral, earthy, and slightly honey-like, with a distinctive aroma. A strong or bitter taste can mean the infusion is too concentrated, so dilute it with more water.
When should you drink Saffron water?
You can drink Saffron water whenever you like; there is no proven best time of day. Choose a time that suits your routine, and avoid treating it as a replacement for water or prescribed care.
Does Saffron water help with weight loss?
No, Saffron water does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened, it can replace a sugary drink, but there is no reliable evidence that it speeds fat burning or produces weight loss.
Can you drink Saffron water every day?
You can include a lightly prepared Saffron water in your daily routine, but drinking more is not known to offer extra benefits. Avoid excessive or highly concentrated saffron, which can cause unwanted effects.
Can you drink Saffron water while pregnant?
High or concentrated amounts of saffron may be unsafe during pregnancy because saffron can affect the uterus. Ask your healthcare professional before drinking Saffron water regularly or using a strong infusion.
Is Saffron water the same as saffron tea?
Saffron water is water infused with saffron; saffron tea usually refers to the same kind of infusion served and prepared as a hot tea. The names can overlap, though tea may include other ingredients.
How should you store Saffron water?
Store Saffron water in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator and use it promptly. Make a fresh batch if it develops an unusual smell, taste, or appearance.
Can you make Saffron water with cold water?
Yes, you can make Saffron water with cold water, but the saffron releases its color and aroma more slowly. For a quicker infusion, steep the threads in a little warm water first, then add cold water.
Saffron water Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.25mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin E
0.03mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.03mg · 0% DV
Calcium
1.25mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1.25mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.25mg · 0% DV
Saffron water Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Saffron water
To burn the 3 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Saffron water?
Saffron water is made by steeping saffron threads in water until they release their golden colour and distinctive aroma. It is used in Persian, Middle Eastern and South Asian kitchens, often as a flavouring infusion for rice, sweets and drinks; it is not usually a substantial beverage on its own.
You can sip it warm or chilled, or use a little to perfume a dish. Its flavour is delicate, floral and slightly earthy, with colour ranging from pale gold to orange depending on how long it steeps. Nutritionally, it is mostly water, with negligible energy in an unsweetened cup. Keep it simple alongside a light meal, or add it to tea, rice or a dessert when you want saffron’s aroma without a heavy drink.
How Nutritious Is Saffron water?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Saffron water 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 Saffron water Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Saffron water 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
Saffron water Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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