How Many Calories in a Protein Shake? 🥤

Nutrition Breakdown

One serving of protein shake (1 shake (325ml)) contains 170 calories, 30.0g of protein, 9.0g of carbs, 2.5g of fat, and 1.0g of fiber. Here is how that scales across different quantities:

Quantity	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber
0.5 servings	85	15.0g	4.5g	1.2g	0.5g
1 serving	170	30.0g	9.0g	2.5g	1.0g
1.5 servings	255	45.0g	13.5g	3.8g	1.5g
2 servings	340	60.0g	18.0g	5.0g	2.0g
3 servings	510	90.0g	27.0g	7.5g	3.0g

These values are based on USDA nutritional data for protein shake. Actual calorie content may vary slightly depending on the specific variety, ripeness, and preparation method.

How This Fits Into Your Daily Diet

At 170 calories, this serving represents approximately 8% of a standard 2,000-calorie daily intake. Along with those calories, you get 30.0g of protein (60% of the 50g daily value), 9.0g of carbohydrates (3% of the 300g daily value), and 1.0g of dietary fiber (4% of the 25g daily value).

If you are following a calorie-controlled diet, knowing exactly how many calories are in your food is essential. Whether you are eating protein shake as a snack, part of a meal, or a post-workout boost, tracking your intake ensures you stay within your daily calorie budget. The Calory app makes this process effortless with barcode scanning, AI food recognition, and a database of over 1 million foods.

Per 100g Reference

For precise portioning, here are the nutritional values of protein shake per 100 grams:

Nutrient	Per 100g
Calories	170.0
Protein	30.0g
Carbohydrates	9.0g
Fat	2.5g
Fiber	1.0g

Using per-100g values is the most accurate way to calculate calories for any portion size. Simply weigh your food on a kitchen scale and multiply by the per-100g value. For example, 150g of protein shake would contain approximately 255 calories. A food scale is one of the most valuable tools for anyone serious about tracking their nutrition accurately.

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