ThaliScanCalories in plain paratha
1 paratha (60 g): 179 kcal · 3.0 g protein · 21.7 g carbs · 10.1 g fat
Calories and macros in plain paratha by portion
| Portion | Calories (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 paratha (60 g) | 179 | 3.0 | 21.7 | 10.1 |
| 2 parathas (120 g) | 358 | 6.1 | 43.4 | 20.2 |
| 3 parathas (180 g) | 537 | 9.1 | 65.0 | 30.3 |
| 100 g | 298 | 5.1 | 36.1 | 16.9 |
Per-100 g values: Indian Nutrient Databank. Portion weight: ThaliScan's typical home portion (how portions are set).
Protein in plain paratha
1 paratha has 3.0 g protein. That is 7% of its calories, or 1.7 g protein per 100 kcal. It also has 3.3 g fibre.
The standard recipe behind these numbers is made with wheat flour (atta) and sunflower oil.
Plain paratha on a typical plate
| Item | Calories (kcal) | Protein (g) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 parathas (120 g) | 358 | 6.1 |
| ½ bowl of aloo matar (139 g) | 140 | 4.8 |
| 1 medium katori of lauki raita (153 g) | 86 | 6.1 |
| Plate total | 584 | 17.0 |
Why plain paratha calorie numbers differ
Plain paratha is a layered wheat flatbread, folded and rolled, then shallow-fried on a tawa with oil. How much oil goes into the dough, between the layers and around the edges decides the calories, so a crisp, glossy roadside paratha holds noticeably more than a lightly toasted home paratha. Thickness matters too, since a big thick paratha holds more than a small thin paratha.
One extra teaspoon of ghee or oil (5 g) adds 45 kcal, 25% of the calories in 1 paratha.
The numbers here are for a standard home recipe at 60 g per paratha. Weigh your portion or compare it with that weight.
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FAQ
How many calories are in 1 paratha?
1 paratha (60 g) has 179 kcal, with 3.0 g protein, 21.7 g carbs and 10.1 g fat.
How many calories are in 2 parathas?
2 parathas (120 g) have 358 kcal and 6.1 g protein.
How much protein is in plain paratha?
1 paratha has 3.0 g protein, and 100 g has 5.1 g.
How much does 1 paratha weigh?
This chart uses 60 g for 1 paratha, a typical home size. Size changes the calories, so weigh yours once to see how it compares.
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Source: Per-100 g values from the Indian Nutrient Databank (INDB), described in Vijayakumar A, Dubasi HB, Awasthi A, Jaacks LM. Development of an Indian Food Composition Database. Current Developments in Nutrition. 2024;8(7):103790 (article, published under CC BY 4.0). Adapted by ThaliScan: values per portion and for several portions are calculated from the per-100 g figures at the weights shown.
Last checked: 10 October 2026. Estimates for general wellness, not medical advice.