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Recipe Nutrition Calculator

Recipe Nutrition Calculator

Calculate nutritional information for your recipes based on ingredients

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About the Recipe Nutrition Calculator

This tool helps you analyze the full nutritional content of any recipe by combining individual ingredients. Whether you're meal prepping, managing macros, or just curious about what's in your food—this calculator has your back.

Formulas Used
  • Total Calories: Sum of calories from each ingredient (based on weight in grams)
  • Macronutrients (Protein, Carbs, Fat): Sum of each nutrient per 100g × grams added
  • Micronutrients (Fiber, Sugar, Sodium): Total across ingredients adjusted by serving size
  • Per Serving Nutrition: Total Nutrients ÷ Number of Servings
Example
  • 100g Chicken Breast: 165 cal, 31g protein
  • 100g White Rice: 130 cal, 28.2g carbs
  • Per Serving (2 servings):
    Calories = (165 + 130) ÷ 2 = 147.5 cal
    Protein = 31 ÷ 2 = 15.5g
Why It’s Useful
  • Track calories and macros in home-cooked meals
  • Compare recipes for diet goals (keto, high-protein, low-carb)
  • Export data for diet tracking apps or trainers
  • Control sodium and sugar intake for health management
How to Use This Calculator
Step-by-Step Guide
  1. Enter a recipe name and number of servings
  2. Select an ingredient from the dropdown
  3. Add quantity and choose unit (grams, cups, etc.)
  4. Click “Add Ingredient”
  5. Repeat for all ingredients in your recipe
  6. Click “Calculate Nutrition” to view full report
  7. Download results in CSV or Excel
Tips for Accurate Results
  • Use kitchen scale weights for better precision
  • Prefer raw ingredient weights unless cooking changes are accounted for
  • Choose appropriate units (1 cup rice ≠ 1 cup spinach)
  • Always include all ingredients—even spices contribute sodium
Pro Tip: Want to reduce calories? Replace high-fat ingredients with low-fat alternatives and compare results!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Data is based on standard USDA averages. Your exact values may vary depending on brand, cooking method, or processing.

Currently, only ingredients in the built-in database are supported. Future updates will allow custom entries or barcode scanning.

The total recipe nutrition is divided evenly by the number of servings you specify. Be sure to estimate serving sizes consistently.

Yes, cooking can alter moisture and nutrient content. These calculations are based on raw or standard-cooked values where noted.