How many calories are in Chickpea Flour (Besan)?

A 100 g serving of Chickpea Flour (Besan) has 387 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Chickpea Flour (Besan)?

Per 100 g there are 22.4 g of protein — about 45% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Chickpea Flour (Besan)?

Per 100 g there are 6.7 g of fat and 57.8 g of carbohydrate, including 10.8 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Chickpea Flour (Besan) high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Protein (45% DV), Magnesium (40% DV), Dietary Fiber (39% DV).

Legumes & Soy

Chickpea Flour (Besan)

USDA reference values for chickpea flour (besan) (per 100 g).

387kcalCalories

22.4gProtein

6.7gFat

57.8gCarbs

Protein, fat and carb balance

Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).

Protein 24.9%
Fat 16.8%
Carbs 58.3%

What this food is high in

45% Protein 22.4 g / 100 g 40% Magnesium 166 mg / 100 g 39% Dietary Fiber 10.8 g / 100 g 27% Iron 4.9 mg / 100 g

Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g.

Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV*
Macronutrients
Protein	22.4 g	45%
Total Fat	6.7 g	9%
Saturated Fat	0.7 g	3%
Carbohydrate	57.8 g	21%
Dietary Fiber	10.8 g	39%
Total Sugars	10.9 g	22%
Minerals
Sodium	64 mg	3%
Potassium	846 mg	18%
Calcium	45 mg	3%
Iron	4.9 mg	27%
Magnesium	166 mg	40%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	0 mg	0%
Vitamin A	2 mcg	<1%
Vitamin D	0 mcg	0%
Other
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%

* Percent of the Daily Value (Daily Value, based on a 2,000 kcal diet).

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Chickpea Flour (Besan)?: A 100 g serving of Chickpea Flour (Besan) has 387 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Chickpea Flour (Besan)?: Per 100 g there are 22.4 g of protein — about 45% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Chickpea Flour (Besan)?: Per 100 g there are 6.7 g of fat and 57.8 g of carbohydrate, including 10.8 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Chickpea Flour (Besan) high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Protein (45% DV), Magnesium (40% DV), Dietary Fiber (39% DV).

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