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How Many Calories in Capers, Canned?
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Quick reference — common serving sizes
| Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28g) | 7 kcal | 0.7g |
| 100g | 23 kcal | 2.4g |
| 1 tbsp, drained | 2 kcal | 0.2g |
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
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving (9g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal | 2 kcal |
| Protein | 2.4g | 0.2g |
| Carbohydrates | 4.9g | 0.4g |
| of which Sugars | 0.4g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.9g | 0.1g |
| of which Saturates | 0.2g | 0.0g |
| Fibre | 3.2g | 0.3g |
| Sodium | 2348.0mg | 211mg |
| Potassium | 40.0mg | 4mg |
| Calcium | 40.0mg | 4mg |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 0.2mg |
| Vitamin C | 4.3mg | 0.4mg |
| Vitamin A | 7.0µg | 1µg |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1mg | 0.0mg |
% 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.
- A good source of fibre (11% DV)
- Low in saturated fat (1% DV)
- High in sodium (102% DV) — worth weighing against your daily intake if you're watching this specifically
- Calories: 1% DV
- Protein: 5% DV
- Carbohydrates: 2% DV
- Fibre: 11% DV
- Fat: 1% DV
- Saturated fat: 1% DV
- Sodium: 102% DV
- Potassium: 1% DV
- Calcium: 3% DV
- Iron: 9% DV
- Vitamin C: 5% DV
- Vitamin A: 1% DV
- Selenium: 2% DV
- Riboflavin (B2): 8% DV
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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:
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capers, Canned (this page) | 23 kcal | 2.4g | 4.9g | 0.9g |
| Basil, Fresh | 23 kcal | 3.1g | 2.6g | 0.6g |
| Alfalfa Seeds, Sprouted, Raw | 23 kcal | 4.0g | 2.1g | 0.7g |
| Amaranth Leaves, Raw | 23 kcal | 2.5g | 4.0g | 0.3g |
| Cabbage, Cooked, Boiled, Drained | 23 kcal | 1.3g | 5.5g | 0.1g |
| Carrots, Canned, Regular Pack, Solids and Liquids | 23 kcal | 0.6g | 5.4g | 0.1g |
| Cauliflower, Cooked, Boiled, Drained | 23 kcal | 1.8g | 4.1g | 0.5g |
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Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0). Values are per 100g unless stated.