What is saffron risotto?

It's a creamy rice dish made with arborio rice, chicken broth, and saffron.

Is saffron risotto healthy?

It can be healthy when consumed in moderation, rich in carbohydrates and flavor.

There are approximately 130 calories per 100g.

Grains

A creamy Italian rice dish flavored with saffron, typically rich in flavor and comforting.

Per 100 g

130 kcal

1 cup

260 kcal

(200 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
3.5 g / 100g	26 g / 100g	2.5 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 10% · Carbs 74% · Fat 16%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup (200 g, 260 kcal) is 13% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 63 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Saffron Risotto is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 137 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Nutty Barley Salad	120	4 g
Saffron Risotto	130	3.5 g
Turmeric Rice Salad	130	3 g
Wild Rice Pilaf with Cranberries	140	4 g
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa	143	4.1 g
Bulgur and Roasted Veggie Bowl	150	5 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

5/10

Moderate calorie content, can be beneficial when portioned mindfully.

What is saffron risotto?: It's a creamy rice dish made with arborio rice, chicken broth, and saffron.
Is saffron risotto healthy?: It can be healthy when consumed in moderation, rich in carbohydrates and flavor.
How many calories are in saffron risotto?: There are approximately 130 calories per 100g.

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