Thandai Calories and Nutrition
1 glass (~250 g) of Thandai contains 150 calories, 0.5g protein, 36.8g carbs and 0.3g fat — a non-vegetarian dish in the beverages category.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 glass (~250 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60.1 kcal | 150.3 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 14.7 g | 36.8 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugar | 14.4 g | 36 g |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
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How Thandai fits in your diet
A 1 glass (~250 g) of thandai contributes about 8% of a 2,000-kcal daily target and roughly 1% of an average adult's 50 g daily protein floor. Typically made with milk, almonds, cashew, sugar, fennel, saffron.
Holi-time milk drink blended with almonds, cashews, fennel, melon seeds, saffron and rose. 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 Thandai?
Thandai has roughly 350 kcal per 1 glass (~250 g) (about 140 kcal per 100 g). Macros: 12.5g protein, 45g carbs, 13.8g fat.
Is Thandai good for weight loss?
Not ideal for weight loss in large portions. With 13.8g fat and 17g sugar per 100 g, thandai is calorie-dense. Keep portions small or save it for occasional treats.
How much protein is in Thandai?
Thandai delivers about 12.5g protein per 1 glass (~250 g). Pair with dal, paneer, eggs or chicken to hit a complete protein target.
Can diabetics eat Thandai?
Diabetics should limit thandai — at 17g sugar per 100 g it causes a sharp glucose spike. Save it for rare occasions and pair with protein-rich food.
How does Thandai fit into a balanced Indian meal?
Thandai 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 thandai 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