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Saffron
Saffron by Sainsbury's provides 353 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 11.4 g of protein. That is 95% less sugar than the average product in this category. It is listed in the Spices category and comes in a 0.4 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 353 kcal | 229 +54% |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 7.6 −23% |
| Saturated fat | 1.6 g | 1.8 −12% |
| Carbohydrates | 61.5 g | 28.9 +113% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 10.3 −95% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 12.6 −100% |
| Protein | 11.4 g | 7.7 +48% |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 13 −97% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 803 Spices products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other spices
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Product details
- Quantity
- 0.4 g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00223058
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Saffron?
Saffron contains 353 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Saffron?
Saffron has 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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