How many carbs are in amaranth leaves, raw?
1 leaf of amaranth leaves, raw contains about 0.6g of carbohydrate, 0.3g of protein, and 3 calories.
Carbs by portion size
| Portion | Total carbs | Fiber | Net carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 leaf (14g) | 0.6g | 0g | 0.6g |
| 1 cup (28g) | 1.1g | 0g | 1.1g |
| 100 grams (100g) | 4g | 0g | 4g |
Net carbs in amaranth leaves, raw
1 leaf of amaranth leaves, raw contains 0.6g of net carbs — total carbs (0.6g) minus dietary fiber (0g). Net carbs are the carbs your body actually digests and that raise blood glucose. See our guide to net carbs for how this calculation works and when to use it.
Full nutrition for amaranth leaves, raw (per 100g)
- Calories: 23 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 4g
- Dietary fiber: —
- Sugars: —
- Protein: 2.5g
- Fat: 0.3g
Reference values from USDA FoodData Central (sr legacy dataset, fdcId 168385). Values are per 100 grams.
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How many carbs are in amaranth leaves, raw?
1 leaf of amaranth leaves, raw contains about 0.6g of total carbohydrate. After subtracting 0g of fiber, the net carbs are about 0.6g.
How many net carbs are in amaranth leaves, raw?
Net carbs in 1 leaf of amaranth leaves, raw are about 0.6g — that is total carbs (0.6g) minus dietary fiber (0g). See our net carbs explainer for the full calculation.
Is amaranth leaves, raw good for diabetics?
Amaranth leaves, raw contains carbohydrates that will raise blood glucose. Whether it fits your meal plan depends on the portion and your overall daily target. Most U.S. diabetes care teams use total carbs (not net) for insulin dosing — see our diabetes carb-counting guide.
Is amaranth leaves, raw keto-friendly?
Whether amaranth leaves, raw fits a keto plan depends on your daily net-carb budget (typically under 20–30g per day). One serving (1 leaf) provides about 0.6g of net carbs.