Wheat Swallow Nigeria: carbs, calories and nutrition values
Wheat Swallow Nigeria: approximately 48 g carbohydrates and 240 kcal per 100 g using an indicative nutrition estimate.
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About Wheat Swallow Nigeria
Wheat Swallow Nigeria is a Nigerian swallow or starchy staple commonly served with soup.
Typical serving
A typical serving is around 150–300 g depending on the meal.
Where do the carbohydrates come from?
Most carbohydrates come from yam, cassava, maize, wheat or semolina starch.
Carb-counting tip
The swallow is usually the largest carbohydrate source in the meal, so portion size matters greatly.
Wheat Swallow Nigeria nutrition profile
Swallows are concentrated carbohydrate foods with relatively little protein or fat unless combined with soup.
| Amount | Carbohydrates | Calories | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 48 g | 240 kcal | 3 g | 1 g |
| 150 g | 72.0 g | 360 kcal | 4.5 g | 1.5 g |
| 200 g | 96.0 g | 480 kcal | 6.0 g | 2.0 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many carbohydrates are in Wheat Swallow Nigeria?
About 48 g per 100 g as an indicative estimate.
How many calories are in Wheat Swallow Nigeria?
About 240 kcal per 100 g as an indicative estimate.
Why can the nutrition values vary?
Recipes, serving sizes and preparation methods can change the final nutrition values.