Vegetable Pulao Calories and Nutrition
Also known as: Veg pulao, Pulav
1 plate (~200 g) of Vegetable Pulao contains 308 calories, 6g protein, 54.2g carbs and 6.6g fat — a vegetarian dish in the rice dishes category.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 plate (~200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 154 kcal | 308 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g | 6 g |
| Carbs | 27.1 g | 54.2 g |
| Fat | 3.3 g | 6.6 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 960 mg |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.6 g |
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How Vegetable Pulao fits in your diet
A 1 plate (~200 g) of vegetable pulao contributes about 15% of a 2,000-kcal daily target and roughly 12% of an average adult's 50 g daily protein floor. Typically made with basmati rice, carrots, peas, beans, onion, ghee.
Basmati rice cooked with mixed vegetables, whole spices and 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: pan indian.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Vegetable Pulao?
Vegetable Pulao has roughly 340 kcal per 1 plate (~200 g) (about 170 kcal per 100 g). Macros: 8g protein, 58g carbs, 9g fat.
Is Vegetable Pulao good for weight loss?
Moderate. Vegetable Pulao at 340 kcal per serving fits a calorie-counted diet if portioned correctly. Pair with protein and fibre to slow digestion.
How much protein is in Vegetable Pulao?
Vegetable Pulao delivers about 8g protein per 1 plate (~200 g). Pair with dal, paneer, eggs or chicken to hit a complete protein target.
Can diabetics eat Vegetable Pulao?
Diabetics can eat vegetable pulao in controlled portions. The 58g of carbs per serving is significant — eat with protein and fibre, and check post-meal glucose.
How does Vegetable Pulao fit into a balanced Indian meal?
Vegetable Pulao 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 vegetable pulao 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