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How many calories in a cayenne pepper?
6 calper 1 tsp (1.8 g)
A serving of cayenne pepper — 1 tsp (1.8 g) — has about 6 calories, with 0.2 g protein, 1 g carbs and 0.3 g fat, plus 0.5 g fiber.
Where those calories come from:
Protein 11%Carbs 53%Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Per serving (1 tsp (1.8 g)) | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 6 cal | 318 cal |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 12 g |
| Carbs | 1 g | 56.6 g |
| of which sugars | 0.2 g | 10.2 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 17.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 27.2 g |
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Cayenne Pepper calories — FAQ
How many calories are in a cayenne pepper?
1 tsp (1.8 g) of cayenne pepper contains about 6 calories. That's roughly 318 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in a cayenne pepper?
One serving (1 tsp (1.8 g)) has about 0.2 g of protein, 1 g of carbs and 0.3 g of fat.
Is cayenne pepper good for weight loss?
Cayenne Pepper can fit a weight-loss plan when it's logged and kept within your calorie budget. At 6 calories per serving and 0.5 g of fiber, which helps you feel full, the key is tracking your total daily intake — that's what Nourish makes effortless.
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