Naan Calories and Nutrition
Also known as: Tandoori naan, Plain naan
1 plain naan (~90 g) of Naan contains 234 calories, 7.2g protein, 39.6g carbs and 5.4g fat — a vegetarian dish in the indian breads category.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 plain naan (~90 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 kcal | 234 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g | 7.2 g |
| Carbs | 44 g | 39.6 g |
| Fat | 6 g | 5.4 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 2 g | 1.8 g |
| Sodium | 430 mg | 387 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg | 2.7 mg |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
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How Naan fits in your diet
A 1 plain naan (~90 g) of naan contributes about 12% of a 2,000-kcal daily target and roughly 14% of an average adult's 50 g daily protein floor. Typically made with maida (refined flour), yogurt, yeast, sugar, ghee, salt.
Leavened white-flour flatbread baked in a tandoor, soft inside with a crisp blistered crust. Often brushed with butter or ghee. 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: north indian.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Naan?
Naan has roughly 279 kcal per 1 plain naan (~90 g) (about 310 kcal per 100 g). Macros: 8.1g protein, 47.7g carbs, 5.9g fat.
Is Naan good for weight loss?
Moderate. Naan at 279 kcal per serving fits a calorie-counted diet if portioned correctly. Pair with protein and fibre to slow digestion.
How much protein is in Naan?
Naan delivers about 8.1g protein per 1 plain naan (~90 g). Pair with dal, paneer, eggs or chicken to hit a complete protein target.
Can diabetics eat Naan?
Diabetics can eat naan in controlled portions. The 47.7g of carbs per serving is significant — eat with protein and fibre, and check post-meal glucose.
How does Naan fit into a balanced Indian meal?
Naan 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 naan 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