Is kadhi chawal good for weight loss?
In moderation, paired with protein. One serving (1 plate) has 412 kcal and 12 g protein.
412kcal
12 gprotein
70 gcarbs
8 gfat
Why
- 3 g protein per 100 kcal (low; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 412 kcal a serving is 23% of a 1,800 kcal fat-loss day, and 12 g is 10% of 120 g protein.
- It is mostly carbs (70 g), which is fine in a planned portion but easy to overeat.
The portion to aim for
½ plate keeps it to 206 kcal with 6 g protein.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| ½ plate | 206 | 6 g |
| 1 plate | 412 | 12 g |
| 1½ plate | 618 | 18 g |
More protein per calorie in thalis and combos
- Rajma chawal469 kcal · 17 g protein · 1 plate
Pair it with
- Whey shake (with water)120 kcal · 24 g protein · 1 scoop
- Whey shake with milk265 kcal · 32 g protein · 1 glass
- Soya chunks curry178 kcal · 16 g protein · 1 katori · 150 g