Know What’s On Your Plate

Have you ever cooked a delicious meal and wondered, “How many calories did I just eat?” Or “Is this meal actually high in protein?” You’re not alone! Whether you’re counting calories for weight loss, tracking macros to build muscle, or just trying to eat healthier, knowing your nutrition numbers matters.

This easy-to-use Recipe Calorie & Protein Calculator does the heavy lifting for you. All you need to do is input your recipe details—ingredients, amounts, and servings—and let the tool calculate calories and protein per serving. Sounds simple, right? It is!

How to Use the Recipe Calorie & Protein Calculator

1. Enter Recipe Details

• Start by naming your recipe (optional but helpful).
• Input the number of servings the recipe will make. This helps divide total calories and protein accurately.

2. Quick Add Common Ingredients

• Use the “Quick Add” dropdown to select common ingredients like chicken, rice, or spinach.
• The tool will automatically fill in calories and protein values for you.

3. Add Ingredients Manually

• Type in your ingredient name (e.g., “chicken breast”).
• Enter the amount of the ingredient and choose the correct unit (grams, ounces, cups, etc.).
• Fill in the calories and protein values per 100g. You can find these on food packaging or online databases.
• Click “+ Add Ingredient” to include more items.

4. Click “Calculate”

• Hit the “Calculate” button, and the tool will display:

• Total calories and protein for the entire recipe.
• Calories and protein per serving.
• A detailed ingredient breakdown showing nutrition contribution for each item.

5. Reset If Needed

Click “Reset” to clear all inputs and start fresh for a new recipe.

How to Analyze Your Results

1. Understand Your Nutrition Facts

• Total Calories: This is the energy content of your entire recipe.
• Protein Content: Total grams of protein, perfect for building muscle or staying full.
• Per Serving Numbers: Calories and protein divided by servings, so you know exactly what’s in each portion.

2. Ingredient Breakdown

• The tool shows how much each ingredient contributes to the total calories and protein.
• Use this to identify high-calorie or protein-packed ingredients.

3. Nutritional Insights

• Light meals will have fewer than 200 calories per serving.
• Meals with more than 20g protein per serving are great for muscle building and satiety.
• Check the protein-to-calorie ratio: High ratios mean a better balance for weight loss or muscle gain.

4. Adjust as Needed

• Want fewer calories? Reduce or swap high-calorie ingredients.
• Need more protein? Add lean proteins like chicken breast, fish, or tofu.

Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates based on user inputs and should not replace professional nutrition advice. Always double-check ingredient values if you have dietary restrictions or health concerns.