Dairy & Eggs · Nutrition facts
🧀Calories in Parmesan
A 1 tbsp grated of parmesan (5 g) has 22 calories, with 1.9 g protein, 0.2 g carbs and 1.5 g fat.
Calories
22
Protein
1.9 g
Carbs
0.2 g
Fat
1.5 g
Parmesan nutrition by serving size
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp grated | 22 | 1.9 g | 0.2 g | 1.5 g |
| 100 g | 431 | 38 g | 4 g | 29 g |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 122 | 10.8 g | 1.1 g | 8.2 g |
| 1 cup (≈225 g) | 970 | 85.5 g | 9 g | 65.3 g |
| 200 g | 862 | 76 g | 8 g | 58 g |
Values are approximate, rounded from USDA FoodData Central and OpenFoodFacts references. Real plates vary — that's exactly why CalorieScan AI lets you correct any estimate in plain English.
Macro breakdown
- Per 100 g: 431 cal
- Per 1 oz: 122 cal
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Frequently asked
How many calories are in parmesan?
One 1 tbsp grated of parmesan (5 g) has about 22 calories. Per 100 g, parmesan has 431 calories.
How much protein is in parmesan?
A 1 tbsp grated serving of parmesan provides roughly 1.9 g of protein (38 g per 100 g).
What are the macros for parmesan?
Per 1 tbsp grated: 1.9 g protein, 0.2 g carbs and 1.5 g fat — that's roughly 35% protein, 4% carbs and 61% fat by calories.
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