2 forms & preparations
Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Tamarinds, raw's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Fair nutrient density 22/100
How many beneficial nutrients Tamarinds, raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Tamarinds, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
94% from carbs
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Carbs 94%62.5 g per serving
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Fat 2%0.6 g per serving
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Protein 4%2.8 g per serving
What Tamarinds, raw is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | |
| Total Sugars | 57.4 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 59.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 7.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 168.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 60.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 181.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 59.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 2.8 g | |
| Lysine | 139.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 14.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 18.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 2.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 3.5 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 2.8 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.4 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.9 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 14.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.1 mg | |
| Choline | 8.6 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 74.0 mg | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | |
| Magnesium | 92.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 113.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 628.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 28.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Selenium | 1.3 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 2.7 g | — |
About Tamarinds, raw
Tamarind is the sticky brown pulp inside the long, brittle pods of the tamarind tree, and it delivers one of the most useful flavors in the global pantry: a deep, fruity sourness with a sweet, almost date-like undertone. It is the tang behind Worcestershire sauce, many Indian chutneys, Thai pad thai and countless cooling drinks.
The pulp is concentrated and naturally sugary, so it is calorie-dense for a fruit at about 239 calories per 100 grams, carrying carbohydrate, fiber and a notable amount of minerals — magnesium, potassium and iron in particular. Because it is used as a seasoning by the spoonful rather than eaten in bulk, those calories rarely add up to much in a finished dish.
It is sold as whole pods, pressed blocks of pulp, or ready-made concentrate and paste. A small amount dissolved in warm water provides the sour note that brightens curries, marinades, candies and agua fresca.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Tamarinds, raw?
There are 239 calories in 100 g of Tamarinds, raw, or about 5 calories in 1 fruit (3" x 1") (2 g).
How much protein is in Tamarinds, raw?
Tamarinds, raw contains 2.8 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Tamarinds, raw?
Tamarinds, raw has 62.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Tamarinds, raw?
Tamarinds, raw provides 0.6 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Tamarinds, raw a good source of?
Tamarinds, raw is an excellent source of Thiamin (B1) (36% DV) and Magnesium (22% DV) and a good source of Dietary Fiber, Iron, Potassium, Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3) and Copper (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
