How many calories are in Quinoa?

Quinoa contains 33 calories per 100g serving, with 14g of protein, 60g of carbohydrates, and 6g of fat.

Is Quinoa good for fat loss?

Quinoa has a macro efficiency score of 1.00 (scale: 0–1.0). It provides 170% of its calories from protein, making it an excellent choice for fat loss goals.

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Quinoa.

Metabolic profile analysis. Technical breakdown of Quinoa and its impact on skeletal muscle retention and daily energy expenditure.

Total Energy33kcal

Bio-Protein14g

Carbohydrates60g

Total Lipids6g

Nutritional Efficiency Report

Quinoa is a very low-calorie food with moderate-protein content. At 33 kcal per 100g, it delivers 14g of protein — representing 170% of its total caloric load. Carbohydrates account for 727% and fats for 164% of calories.

"Efficiency Score 1.00 — this asset ranks in the top tier of the DataFood database for protein delivery per calorie. Optimal for fat loss, lean bulking, and body recomposition phases."

At 60g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

With only 33 kcal per 100g, Quinoa is a high-volume food — you can consume a large serving while keeping total caloric intake controlled. This makes it particularly effective for hunger management in deficit phases.

Protocol Compatibility

Ketosis Impact

At 60g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

Thermic Effect (TEF)

With 14g protein per 100g, the thermic contribution is moderate. Pairing with higher-protein sources increases the overall TEF of your meal and supports lean mass retention.

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Based on the metabolic profile of Quinoa, these related data nodes are most relevant to your nutrition architecture:

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Institutional Disclaimer: The nutritional data provided for Quinoa is derived from clinical databases and algorithmic estimation. This report is for metabolic infrastructure planning only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a clinical nutritionist before implementing aggressive deficit protocols.