What gives saffron rice its flavor?

Saffron threads provide a unique flavor and vibrant color.

Yes, saffron rice pilaf is vegetarian and can be made vegan.

What can I serve it with?

It's great as a side for vegetables, meats, or in grain bowls.

Grains

Fragrant saffron-infused rice pilaf, perfect as a side dish or light main course.

Per 100 g

130 kcal

1 cup

240 kcal

(185 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
3 g / 100g	27 g / 100g	2 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 9% · Carbs 78% · Fat 13%

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

1 cup (185 g, 240 kcal) is 12% 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 59 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Saffron Rice Pilaf 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 Rice Pilaf	130	3 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 13, 2026.

Serving	Grams	Calories
1 cup	185 g	240 kcal
100g	100 g	130 kcal

5/10

Enjoying in moderation can help balance your meals.

What gives saffron rice its flavor?: Saffron threads provide a unique flavor and vibrant color.
Can I make it vegan?: Yes, saffron rice pilaf is vegetarian and can be made vegan.
What can I serve it with?: It's great as a side for vegetables, meats, or in grain bowls.

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