Gajar Halwa Calories and Nutrition
Also known as: Carrot halwa
1 bowl (~100 g) of Gajar Halwa contains 402 calories, 28.5g protein, 4.8g carbs and 30.3g fat — a vegetarian dish in the sweets & mithai category.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 bowl (~100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 402.3 kcal | 402.3 kcal |
| Protein | 28.5 g | 28.5 g |
| Carbs | 4.8 g | 4.8 g |
| Fat | 30.3 g | 30.3 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 1 g |
| Sugar | 3.3 g | 3.3 g |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 9 mg |
| Saturated fat | 18 g | 18 g |
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How Gajar Halwa fits in your diet
A 1 bowl (~100 g) of gajar halwa contributes about 20% of a 2,000-kcal daily target and roughly 57% of an average adult's 50 g daily protein floor. Typically made with carrots, milk, ghee, sugar, khoya, almonds.
Slow-cooked grated carrots, milk, ghee and sugar — finished with nuts. 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 Gajar Halwa?
Gajar Halwa has roughly 235 kcal per 1 bowl (~100 g) (about 235 kcal per 100 g). Macros: 4g protein, 30g carbs, 11g fat.
Is Gajar Halwa good for weight loss?
Not ideal for weight loss in large portions. With 11g fat and 25g sugar per 100 g, gajar halwa is calorie-dense. Keep portions small or save it for occasional treats.
How much protein is in Gajar Halwa?
Gajar Halwa delivers about 4g protein per 1 bowl (~100 g). Pair with dal, paneer, eggs or chicken to hit a complete protein target.
Can diabetics eat Gajar Halwa?
Diabetics should limit gajar halwa — at 25g sugar per 100 g it causes a sharp glucose spike. Save it for rare occasions and pair with protein-rich food.
How does Gajar Halwa fit into a balanced Indian meal?
Gajar Halwa 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 gajar halwa 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