USDA Survey

Samosa

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2708730, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

310
Caloriesmoderate density
5.1g
Proteingood source · 10% DV
33.2g
Carbsgood source · 12% DV
17.5g
Fathigh · 22% DV
310 calories per 100g

Samosa contains 310 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 5.1g of protein, 17.5g of fat, and 33.2g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the USDA Survey database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 37% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Samosa carries 5.1g of protein per 100g, more than 37% of USDA whole foods.

5.1g
protein per 100g
Top 63%
protein vs USDA whole foods
310
calories per 100g
1.8g
fiber per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

FDA labeling rules →

Samosa contains 310 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 5.1g of protein, 17.5g of fat, and 33.2g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 1.8g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. Samosa is catalogued there as FDC ID 2708730, a usda survey entry. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC USDA Survey program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. Values are shown on the USDA per-100 g basis.

Compare it against 6 nutritionally similar items in Nearby Foods below.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

Samosa balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates without any single macro dominating.

At 6% of the Daily Value for fiber, it contributes moderately to daily fiber intake.

Allergen indicators

No FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicator was detected in the product name and brand text scan (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame). Absence-of-flag does NOT mean allergen-free. The USDA FoodData Central release does not always include a full ingredient list, always verify with the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the physical package before consumption.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 310 % Daily Value* Total Fat 17g 22% Saturated Fat 4g 22% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 14mg 5% Sodium 388mg 17% Total Carbohydrate 33g 12% Dietary Fiber 2g 6% Total Sugars 1g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 5g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 33mg 3% Iron 2mg 12% Potassium 166mg 4% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

310
Calories per 100g

310 kcal = 16% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%16of 2,000 kcal
310 kcal = 16% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 5.1gF: 17.5gC: 33.2g
5.1g
Protein
10% DV
17.5g
Total Fat
22% DV
33.2g
Carbs
12% DV
1.8g
Fiber
6% DV
1.3g
Sugar
no FDA DV
388mg
Sodium
17% DV

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

Where Samosa ranks on protein

Its 5.1g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - Samosa vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

5 37th percentile higher than 37% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). This entry sits in this band. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). Above this entry. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Above this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 33.2 G
12%
Energy 310 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 1.8 G
6%
Protein 5.1 G
10%
Total Sugars 1.3 G
Total lipid (fat) 17.5 G
22%
Alcohol, ethyl 0.00 G
Caffeine 0 MG
Theobromine 0 MG
Water 42.7 G

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Choline, total 12 MG
Folate, DFE 68.0 UG
Folate, food 10.0 UG
Folate, total 44.0 UG
Folic acid 34.0 UG
Niacin 3 MG
Riboflavin 0 MG
Thiamin 0 MG
Vitamin B-12 0.1 UG
Vitamin B-12, added 0.0 UG
Vitamin B-6 0 MG
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 0 MG
Vitamin E, added 0 MG
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) 14.0 UG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 33 MG
3%
Iron, Fe 2 MG
12%
Potassium, K 166 MG
4%
Sodium, Na 388 MG
17%
Carotene, alpha 1.0 UG
Carotene, beta 57.0 UG
Copper, Cu 0 MG
Cryptoxanthin, beta 0.0 UG
Lycopene 0.0 UG
Magnesium, Mg 16 MG
Phosphorus, P 73 MG
Retinol 49.0 UG
Selenium, Se 6.1 UG
Vitamin A, RAE 54.0 UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 0.1 UG
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) 2 MG
Zinc, Zn 0 MG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 14 MG
5%
Fatty acids, total saturated 4.4 G
22%
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 6.2 G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated 5.0 G
MUFA 16:1 0.11 G
MUFA 18:1 5.9 G
MUFA 20:1 0.09 G
MUFA 22:1 0.00 G
PUFA 18:2 4.5 G
PUFA 18:3 0.57 G
PUFA 18:4 0.00 G
PUFA 20:4 0.01 G
PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) 0.00 G
PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) 0.00 G
PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) 0.00 G
SFA 10:0 0.12 G
SFA 12:0 0.13 G
SFA 14:0 0.44 G
SFA 16:0 2.5 G
SFA 18:0 0.81 G
SFA 4:0 0.11 G
SFA 6:0 0.08 G
SFA 8:0 0.05 G

Other

Nutrient Amount % DV
Lutein + zeaxanthin 91.0 UG

Key takeaways

  • Samosa delivers 5.1g of protein per 100g, more than 37% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 310 calories per 100g.

Nearby Foods

Foods in the same category with similar calorie content, useful for swaps, substitutions, and side-by-side comparison.

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Empanada, NFS

Survey
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Survey
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Survey
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P: 12.1gF: 19.2gC: 27.4g

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Survey
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P: 7.3gF: 15.1gC: 29.9g

→ Compare Samosa side-by-side with Empanada and Spinach quiche

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Samosa? ▼
Samosa contains 310 calories per 100g. It has 5.1g of protein, 17.5g of fat, and 33.2g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Samosa? ▼
Per 100g, Samosa has 5.1g protein (7% of calories), 17.5g fat, and 33.2g carbs. Fiber: 1.8g. Sugar: 1.3g.
How much sodium is in Samosa? ▼
Samosa contains 388mg of sodium per 100g, which is 17% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Samosa high in fiber? ▼
Samosa contains 1.8g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 6% of the daily recommended value (28g).
Is Samosa keto-friendly? ▼
Samosa has 33.2g of carbs per 100g (43% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is Samosa good for a diet? ▼
Samosa has 310 calories per 100g. Fat content: 17.5g.
How does Samosa compare to other foods? ▼
Samosa provides 310 calories and 5.1g protein per 100g. That is 60 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the same category.

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Primary source data

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USDA FoodData Central
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Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2708730) — USDA Survey database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.

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Every figure on GetFoodFacts is rendered directly from official USDA FoodData Central records, no number is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.