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Nutritional Density
Food guide

Horchata

Horchata is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

Plant-Based
Horchata, a nutrient-dense plant-based food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of horchata for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 54 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for Horchata
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (100 g)Per 100 kcal
Energy54 kcal54 kcal100 kcal
Protein0.5 g0.5 g0.9 g
Carbohydrate11.5 g11.5 g21.3 g
Fat0.7 g0.7 g1.3 g
Fibre0 g0 g0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of horchata, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Horchata
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (100 g)% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin E0.24 mg0.24 mg2%
Vitamin K0 µg0 µg0%
Thiamin0 mg0 mg0%
Riboflavin0 mg0 mg0%
Niacin0.047 mg0.047 mg<1%
Vitamin B60.017 mg0.017 mg1%
Pantothenic acid0 mg0 mg0%
Minerals
Calcium18 mg18 mg1%
Iron0.01 mg0.01 mg<1%
Magnesium3 mg3 mg<1%
Phosphorus15 mg15 mg1%
Potassium34 mg34 mg<1%
Sodium14 mg14 mg<1%
Zinc0.06 mg0.06 mg<1%
Selenium0.4 µg0.4 µg<1%
Copper0.002 mg0.002 mg<1%
Manganese0.01 mg0.01 mg<1%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Beverages, Horchata, as served in restaurant

% 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 horchata?

  • A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
  • Horchata is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

How to include it

  • Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
  • Typical pairing ideas: Rice, Vegetables, Eggs.

Things to consider

  • Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

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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