Dals & pulses · Veg
Kala Chana calories & nutrition
काला चना
Quick answer
Kala Chana, 1 katori cooked chana (≈40 g dry): about 115 kcal, 7.5 g protein, 15.8 g carbs and 2 g fat. Per 100 g (dry (uncooked) chana): 287 kcal and 18.8 g protein.
Kala chana is one of the most fibre-rich foods in Indian cooking, with a good amount of plant protein. It works as a curry, chaat or boiled snack.
Nutrition per serving
Choose a serving size. Values are for dry (uncooked) chana.
1 katori cooked chana (≈40 g dry)
115kcal
7.5 g protein · 15.8 g carbs · 2 g fat
| Calories | 115 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 7.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 15.8 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Fibre | 10.1 g |
Nutrition per 100 g
For dry (uncooked) chana.
| Calories | 287 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 39.6 g |
| Fat | 5.1 g |
| Fibre | 25.2 g |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 6.8 mg |
Is kala chana good for your goals?
Weight loss
Kala Chana is filling for its calories thanks to its fibre (1 katori cooked chana (≈40 g dry): about 115 kcal). A good fit for a calorie deficit in normal portions.
Muscle building
A useful protein source with about 6.5 g of protein per 100 kcal. Combine it with other protein foods across the day.
- Boiled chana chaat with onion, tomato and lemon is a filling, low-oil snack.
- Soak overnight and pressure-cook for the best texture.
- Its fibre keeps you full — useful when you're in a calorie deficit.
Kala Chana vs rajma
| Nutrient | Kala Chana | Rajma |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 287 kcal | 299 kcal |
| Protein | 18.8 g | 19.9 g |
| Carbs | 39.6 g | 48.6 g |
| Fat | 5.1 g | 1.8 g |
| Fibre | 25.2 g | 16.6 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 6.5 g | 6.7 g |
Frequently asked questions
Answers calculated from IFCT 2017 values. Educational information only.
Kala Chana, 1 katori cooked chana (≈40 g dry): about 115 kcal, with 7.5 g protein, 15.8 g carbohydrate and 2 g fat.
Kala Chana, 50 g dry: about 144 kcal, with 9.4 g protein, 19.8 g carbohydrate and 2.6 g fat.
100 g of dry (uncooked) chana has about 18.8 g protein and 287 kcal — roughly 6.5 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Kala Chana is filling for its calories thanks to its fibre (1 katori cooked chana (≈40 g dry): about 115 kcal). A good fit for a calorie deficit in normal portions.
A useful protein source with about 6.5 g of protein per 100 kcal. Combine it with other protein foods across the day.
Source & method
Values per 100 g are from the Indian Food Composition Tables 2017 (ICMR–National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad), food code B002 “Bengal gram, whole”. Serving values are calculated from those figures; serving weights are typical household measures.
Last updated . Values vary with variety, brand and cooking. Not medical advice — nutrition disclaimer.
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