How many calories are in Kimchi?

Kimchi contains 36 calories per serving (2% of the 2,000 kcal daily value), with 0.6g fat, 6.6g carbs, and 2.9g protein. This nutritional data is based on AI-powered meal analysis by SimpliFit.

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How many calories and nutrients are in Kimchi

Total weight: 120g
36.0
kcal
2.9g
Protein
0.6g
Fat
6.6g
Carbs

Nutritional value of Kimchi per 100 grams

30.0
kcal
2.4g
Protein
0.5g
Fat
5.5g
Carbs

What's inside Kimchi

Ingredient Amount Calories Protein Fat Carbs
Napa cabbage kimchi (fermented) 120g 30 kcal 2.4g 0.5g 5.5g

Where do the calories in Kimchi come from

15%
73%
32%
Fat 15% Carbs 73% Protein 32%

How Kimchi fits into your daily diet

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 36 kcal 2%
Protein 2.9g 6%
Fat 0.6g 1%
Carbs 6.6g 2%

Based on a 2,000 kcal daily reference diet.

How long it takes to burn off the calories from Kimchi

🏃
Jogging
4 min
🚴
Cycling
4 min
🚶
Walking
8 min

Estimates for a 70 kg (154 lb) person. Actual values vary by body weight and intensity.

Common questions about Kimchi

How many calories are in Kimchi?

A full serving of Kimchi contains approximately 36 kcal. The total serving weighs about 120g. Per 100 grams, that works out to 30 kcal.

Is Kimchi good for weight loss?

Kimchi has a low calorie density at 30 kcal per 100g, making it a great choice for weight loss. Foods under 150 kcal per 100g let you eat satisfying portions while keeping calories in check.

How much protein is in Kimchi?

A serving of Kimchi provides about 2.9g of protein from a total serving weight of 120g. That is 2.4g of protein per 100g, which covers roughly 6% of the recommended daily intake of 50g.

What is the easiest way to track Kimchi calories?

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How does Kimchi compare to similar meals?

Meal Weight Calories Protein compared to this
Kimchi Cabbage 300g 231.0 6g +195 kcal, more protein
Kimchi 250g 150.0 3g +114 kcal, more protein
Kimchi 150g 45.0 2g +9 kcal, less protein
Napa cabbage 138g 22.0 1.5g -14 kcal, less protein
Kimchi 80g 40.0 2g +4 kcal, less protein