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Chorizo
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Chorizo

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Calories
296kcal
Protein
13.63g
Protein / 100 kcal
4.6g
Total fat
25.1g
Values per 100 g edible portion

Chorizo is a red meat food. A 100 g edible portion provides 296 calories, 13.6 g of protein, 3.8 g of carbohydrate and 25.1 g of fat. That works out to 4.6 g of protein per 100 calories. By its ingredients it is gluten-free and dairy-free. All figures are per 100 g and trace to USDA FoodData Central.

Calories from macros296 kcal
  • Protein13.63 g · 18.4%
  • Carbs3.78 g · 5.1%
  • Fat25.1 g · 76.4%

Nutrition

4.6 g protein / 100 kcal

Energy

  • Energy
    296 kcal

Macronutrients

  • Protein
    13.63 g
    27%
  • Carbohydrate
    3.78 g
    1%
  • Fiber
    0 g
    0%
  • Total sugars
    0 g
  • Total fat
    25.1 g
    32%
  • Saturated fat
    8.6 g
    43%

Minerals

  • Sodium
    788 mg
    34%
  • Potassium
    308 mg
    7%
  • Calcium
    19 mg
    1%
  • Iron
    1.41 mg
    8%
  • Magnesium
    20 mg
    5%

Vitamins

  • Vitamin C
    0 mg
    0%
  • Vitamin D
    —

% Daily Value based on FDA reference amounts for a general adult diet. Individual needs vary. Missing values are shown as “—”, never zero.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Chorizo?
Chorizo has 296 calories per 100 g edible portion.
How much protein is in Chorizo?
Chorizo has 13.6 g of protein per 100 g edible portion.
How many carbs are in Chorizo?
Chorizo has 3.8 g of carbohydrate per 100 g edible portion.
How much fat is in Chorizo?
Chorizo has 25.1 g of total fat per 100 g edible portion.
How much fiber is in Chorizo?
Chorizo has 0 g of fiber per 100 g edible portion.
How much sugar is in Chorizo?
Chorizo has 0 g of total sugars per 100 g edible portion.
Is Chorizo high in protein?
Chorizo provides 4.6 g of protein per 100 calories — a relatively low protein-to-calorie ratio.
Is Chorizo keto-friendly?
Chorizo has 3.8 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. Ketogenic diets keep carbs very low, so this fits easily within most keto plans (per 100 g).
Is Chorizo vegan?
No — Chorizo is not vegan.
Is Chorizo vegetarian?
No — Chorizo is not vegetarian.
Is Chorizo gluten-free?
Yes — Chorizo contains no gluten-bearing grains.
Is Chorizo dairy-free?
Yes — Chorizo contains no milk or dairy ingredients.
What is a serving size of Chorizo?
A common serving of Chorizo is 1 undetermined oz (about 28 g). Use the serving selector on this page to see nutrition for any portion.

Educational information only — not medical advice. See our methodology.