Aloo Paratha Calories and Nutrition
Also known as: Potato-stuffed paratha
1 medium paratha (~120 g) of Aloo Paratha contains 244 calories, 6.2g protein, 42.6g carbs and 4.2g fat — a vegetarian dish in the indian breads category.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 medium paratha (~120 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 203 kcal | 243.6 kcal |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 6.2 g |
| Carbs | 35.5 g | 42.6 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g | 4.2 g |
| Sugar | 2.5 g | 3 g |
| Sodium | 440 mg | 528 mg |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 1.1 g |
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How Aloo Paratha fits in your diet
A 1 medium paratha (~120 g) of aloo paratha contributes about 12% of a 2,000-kcal daily target and roughly 12% of an average adult's 50 g daily protein floor. Typically made with whole wheat flour, potato, onion, ghee, spices, salt.
Whole-wheat flatbread stuffed with spiced mashed potato, pan-fried with ghee or oil. Punjabi breakfast staple. For a balanced Indian plate, pair it with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs or chicken), a sabzi and a small portion of curd or salad. Restaurant or street-style versions can run 20–40% higher in calories because of extra oil, ghee or cream — adjust portion size accordingly.
Cuisine region: punjabi.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Aloo Paratha?
Aloo Paratha has roughly 276 kcal per 1 medium paratha (~120 g) (about 230 kcal per 100 g). Macros: 7.2g protein, 40.8g carbs, 10.2g fat.
Is Aloo Paratha good for weight loss?
Moderate. Aloo Paratha at 276 kcal per serving fits a calorie-counted diet if portioned correctly. Pair with protein and fibre to slow digestion.
How much protein is in Aloo Paratha?
Aloo Paratha delivers about 7.2g protein per 1 medium paratha (~120 g). Pair with dal, paneer, eggs or chicken to hit a complete protein target.
Can diabetics eat Aloo Paratha?
Diabetics can eat aloo paratha in controlled portions. The 40.8g of carbs per serving is significant — eat with protein and fibre, and check post-meal glucose.
How does Aloo Paratha fit into a balanced Indian meal?
Aloo Paratha sits well alongside dal, a vegetable sabzi, curd and a small green salad. Keep the plate balanced — roughly half vegetables, a quarter protein source, a quarter starches — and you will hit your macros without overeating.
Sources
Nutrition values for aloo paratha are sourced from Open Food Facts. Per-100 g figures scaled to the selected serving above.
Primary reference: View on Open Food Facts
Updated: 17/5/2026