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How Many Calories in Capers, Canned?

Nutrition data reviewed against USDA FoodData Central and Public Health England guidance by our editorial team. Last reviewed: 5 September 2026.

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23
calories per 100g
2 calories per 1 tbsp, drained (9g)
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2.4gProtein
4.9gCarbs
0.9gFat
3.2gFibre

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⚖ Kitchen Scales

Quick reference — common serving sizes

AmountCaloriesProtein
1 oz (28g)7 kcal0.7g
100g23 kcal2.4g
1 tbsp, drained2 kcal0.2g
grams
23kcal
2.4gprotein
4.9gcarbs
0.9gfat
3.2gfibre

A capers, canned contains 23 calories per 100g. A typical 1 tbsp, drained (9g) provides about 2 calories. Capers, Canned is low in calories. Accurate tracking starts with weighing portions — a digital kitchen scale removes all the guesswork.

Capers, Canned Nutrition Facts

NutrientPer 100gPer serving (9g)
Calories23 kcal2 kcal
Protein2.4g0.2g
Carbohydrates4.9g0.4g
of which Sugars0.4g0.0g
Fat0.9g0.1g
of which Saturates0.2g0.0g
Fibre3.2g0.3g
Sodium2348.0mg211mg
Potassium40.0mg4mg
Calcium40.0mg4mg
Iron1.7mg0.2mg
Vitamin C4.3mg0.4mg
Vitamin A7.0µg1µg
Selenium1.2µg0µg
Riboflavin (B2)0.1mg0.0mg

% of Daily Value (per 100g)

Based on a standard 2,000-calorie reference diet — the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK.

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Have a cat or dog? Check whether capers, canned is safe for your dog or safe for your cat before sharing. Also check the full ingredient breakdown and food safety guide for pregnancy and storage advice. Use a meal prep container set to portion out capers, canned for the week. Tracking supplements too? Check drug and supplement interactions before combining anything new.

Good to know

Cooking method matters here too — boiling can leach some water-soluble vitamins into the cooking water, while steaming or roasting tends to retain more.

Does capers, canned fit your diet?

Low-carb / keto

Capers, Canned contains 4.9g of carbohydrate per 100g, low enough to fit comfortably within most low-carb or ketogenic daily carb allowances — check the fat and protein split above against your specific macro targets.

Weight management

At 23 calories per 100g, capers, canned is calorie-light relative to its volume, which can help keep a meal within a calorie target without needing very small portions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories in capers, canned per 100g?

Capers, Canned contains 23 calories per 100g, based on USDA reference data.

Is capers, canned high in calories?

A 1 tbsp, drained of capers, canned (9g) has around 2 calories — roughly 0% of a 2,000-calorie daily intake.

Is capers, canned good for weight loss?

At 23 calories per 100g, capers, canned is relatively low in calories and can fit well into a weight-loss diet. A 1 tbsp, drained provides about 2 calories.

How much protein is in capers, canned?

Capers, Canned contains 2.4g of protein per 100g.

Is capers, canned a good source of fibre?

Yes — capers, canned provides 3.2g of fibre per 100g, which is a meaningful contribution toward the commonly cited 28g daily reference intake.

How does capers, canned compare to basil, fresh?

Capers, Canned has 23 calories per 100g, close to basil, fresh at 23 — 0 calories fewer per 100g. See the full macro breakdown above.

Is capers, canned keto-friendly?

Capers, Canned contains 4.9g of carbohydrate per 100g, which fits comfortably within most ketogenic daily carb allowances — check it against your specific daily carb target.

How many servings of capers, canned for 20g of protein?

With 2.4g of protein per 100g, you'd need roughly 833g of capers, canned to reach 20g of protein

Foods with a similar calorie count

Other vegetables closest to capers, canned by calories per 100g:

FoodCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Capers, Canned (this page)23 kcal2.4g4.9g0.9g
Basil, Fresh23 kcal3.1g2.6g0.6g
Alfalfa Seeds, Sprouted, Raw23 kcal4.0g2.1g0.7g
Amaranth Leaves, Raw23 kcal2.5g4.0g0.3g
Cabbage, Cooked, Boiled, Drained23 kcal1.3g5.5g0.1g
Carrots, Canned, Regular Pack, Solids and Liquids23 kcal0.6g5.4g0.1g
Cauliflower, Cooked, Boiled, Drained23 kcal1.8g4.1g0.5g

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Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0). Values are per 100g unless stated.