Chapati
Unleavened wholemeal flatbread eaten daily across South Asia and East Africa.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of chapati for fair comparison. Typical serving: 1 chapati (50 g) — 150 kcal per 50 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (50 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 300 kcal | 150 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g | 4.5 g | 3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 54 g | 27 g | 18 g |
| Fat | 6 g | 3 g | 2 g |
| Fibre | 7 g | 3.5 g | 2.3 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of chapati, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (50 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.88 mg | 0.44 mg | 6% |
| Thiamin | 0.55 mg | 0.28 mg | 46% |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 mg | 0.1 mg | 15% |
| Niacin | 6.8 mg | 3.4 mg | 43% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.27 mg | 0.14 mg | 16% |
| Folate | 61 µg | 30.5 µg | 15% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.58 mg | 0.29 mg | 12% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 93 mg | 46.5 mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3 mg | 1.5 mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 62 mg | 31 mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 184 mg | 92 mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 266 mg | 133 mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 409 mg | 205 mg | 18% |
| Zinc | 1.6 mg | 0.8 mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 53.7 µg | 26.9 µg | 98% |
| Copper | 0.25 mg | 0.13 mg | 28% |
| Manganese | 1.3 mg | 0.65 mg | 57% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Bread, chapati or roti, plain, commercially prepared
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat chapati?
- Made from whole wheat, so it carries real fibre.
- Needs only flour, water and a hot pan.
How to include it
- Roll thin and cook 40 seconds a side until it puffs.
- Serve with dal, vegetables and yogurt.
Things to consider
- Added ghee raises the calorie count quickly.
- Not gluten-free.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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