Pesarattu Calories & Nutrition (पेसरट्टू)

Pesarattu has 286 calories per 1 dosa (286 kcal per 100 g)

South Indian Health Rating: 8/10 Best time: Breakfast
286 kcal

Pesarattu Calories by Serving Size

Most people measure Indian food in katoris, plates and pieces — not grams. Here is Pesarattu broken down the way you actually eat it.

Serving Weight Calories Protein Carbs Fat
1 dosa standard 100 g 286 kcal 12.3 g 31.9 g 11.7 g
2 dosas 200 g 572 kcal 24.6 g 63.8 g 23.4 g
3 dosas 300 g 858 kcal 36.9 g 95.7 g 35.1 g
Values are scaled from the standard serving and rounded. Actual figures vary with recipe, oil used and regional preparation.
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Nutrition Facts — Pesarattu (per 1 dosa)
Nutrient Per serving Per 100 g % DV*
Calories 286 kcal 286 kcal 14%
Protein 12.3 g 12.3 g 25%
Carbohydrates 31.9 g 31.9 g 11%
Fat 11.7 g 11.7 g 18%
Fiber 6 g 6 g 24%
Sugar 2.9 g 2.9 g 6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Where the calories come from
Protein 12.3 g · 17%
Carbs 31.9 g · 45%
Fat 11.7 g · 37%
Burn it off

Minutes of activity to burn 286 kcal (70 kg adult):

Brisk walking 61 min
Cycling 41 min
Running 31 min
Yoga 82 min

Is Pesarattu good for weight loss?

Yes, in controlled portions

Pesarattu carries roughly 286 kcal per 100 g, which is high for an everyday Indian food. It also delivers about 12.3 g of protein per 100 g, which helps you stay full for longer and protects muscle while you are in a calorie deficit. The fibre content (around 6 g per 100 g) slows digestion and steadies appetite between meals. Because it is calorie-dense, the portion size matters far more than whether you eat it at all — weigh or eyeball your serving and fit it into your daily budget instead of cutting it out entirely.

Is Pesarattu good for muscle gain?

Useful as a supporting food

Pesarattu provides about 12.3 g of protein per 100 g, which counts as moderate for Indian foods. That works out to roughly 4.3 g of protein per 100 kcal, so it is a reasonable way to hit a protein target. If you are training for size, aim for 1.6–2.2 g of protein per kg of bodyweight per day and spread it across 4–5 meals.

Health tips for eating Pesarattu

Watch the portion and the amount of oil used. Pair with a protein source and vegetables for a balanced meal.

About Pesarattu

An Andhra dosa made from whole green moong batter, rich in protein.

Frequently asked questions about Pesarattu

1 dosa pesarattu (100 g) contains approximately 286 calories, along with 12.3 g protein, 31.9 g carbohydrates and 11.7 g fat.

1 pesarattu (100 g) mein lagbhag 286 calorie aur 12.3 g protein hota hai. Isme 31.9 g carbs aur 11.7 g fat bhi hota hai.

1 पेसरट्टू (100 ग्राम) में लगभग 286 कैलोरी और 12.3 ग्राम प्रोटीन होता है। इसमें 31.9 ग्राम कार्बोहाइड्रेट और 11.7 ग्राम फैट भी होता है।

100 g of Pesarattu contains about 286 calories, 12.3 g protein, 31.9 g carbs and 11.7 g fat.

2 dosas works out to roughly 572 calories and 24.6 g of protein in total.

Yes, in controlled portions. Pesarattu carries roughly 286 kcal per 100 g, which is high for an everyday Indian food. It also delivers about 12.3 g of protein per 100 g, which helps you stay full for longer and protects muscle while you are in a calorie deficit. The fibre content (around 6 g per 100 g) slows digestion and steadies appetite between meals. Because it is calorie-dense, the portion size matters far more than whether you eat it at all — weigh or eyeball your serving and fit it into your daily budget instead of cutting it out entirely.

Pesarattu contains about 12.3 g of protein per 100 g, which is considered moderate for Indian foods.

Pesarattu provides roughly 31.9 g of carbohydrates and 2.9 g of sugar per 100 g. That is a moderate carbohydrate load for a typical serving. Portion control and pairing with protein, vegetables or curd help blunt the blood-sugar response. Anyone managing diabetes should confirm portions with their own doctor or dietitian.

Pesarattu is best eaten at breakfast.

For a 70 kg adult, burning the roughly 286 calories in 1 dosa pesarattu takes brisk walking for about 61 minutes, or cycling for about 41 minutes, or running for about 31 minutes, or yoga for about 82 minutes.

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Data source: nutrition values are drawn from the Indian Nutrient Databank (INDB) — Vijayakumar A, Dubasi HB, Awasthi A, Jaacks LM, Curr Dev Nutr 2024;8(7):103790, used under CC BY 4.0. INDB is derived from the ICMR-NIN Indian Food Composition Tables (IFCT 2017 and 2004).

Serving sizes are typical Indian household portions set by FitDesi, with nutrients scaled from the per-100 g values. Figures vary with recipe, oil used and regional preparation.

Last updated: 30 October 2026

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