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Arepa

Grains · Flatbread · per 100 g

A staple grain providing sustained energy through complex carbohydrates. Foundation of balanced nutrition across world cuisines.

Nutrient density 5.0GI Medium HighStaple food

Macronutrients

Calories200 kcal 10% DV
Protein4.5 g 9% DV
Carbohydrates33 g 12% DV
Fat5.5 g 7% DV
Fiber2.8 g 10% DV
Total sugars0.5 g no %DV*
Sodium300 mg 13% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A5.0 µg 1%
Vitamin C0.0 mg 0%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E0.2 mg 1%
Vitamin K0.2 µg 0%
Thiamin B10.1 mg 8%
Riboflavin B20.06 mg 5%
Niacin B31.5 mg 9%
Vitamin B60.12 mg 7%
Folate B915 µg 4%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium50 mg 4%
Iron1.8 mg 10%
Magnesium30 mg 7%
Phosphorus80 mg 6%
Potassium100 mg 2%
Zinc0.6 mg 5%
Selenium6.0 µg 11%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
1 medium85 g

Best timing around exercise

2-3 hours pre-workout for sustained energy. White rice post-workout for fast glycogen replenishment

Educational reference only. Values are per 100 g from the app's reference database; % Daily Value uses the FDA 2,000-calorie reference. Not medical or dietary advice. See our full disclaimer.
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Nutritional composition of Arepa — FAO/INFOODS, 2023