How many carbs are in a Naan?
A 1 piece (85g) serving of Naan contains 43g of total carbs (41g net carbs), 3g sugar, 262 calories, 8.5g protein, 6g fat and 2g fiber.
- Calories
- 262 cal
- Carbohydrates
- 43 g
- of which Sugars
- 3 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
- Net carbs
- 41 g
- Protein
- 8.5 g
- Fat
- 6 g
Naan nutrition at a glance
Per 1 piece (85g), Naan delivers about 13% of a 2,000-calorie daily reference, 16% of the 275g daily carbohydrate reference and 7% of the 28g daily fiber reference. Sugar sits at 6% of the 50g added-sugar reference and protein contributes 17% of the 50g protein reference.
- Calories
- 308
- Carbs
- 50.6 g
- Sugar
- 3.5 g
- Protein
- 10 g
- Fat
- 7.1 g
- Fiber
- 2.4 g
Blood-sugar impact of Naan
Moderate glycemic impact expected. If you're monitoring blood sugar, keep an eye on total portion size and combine with protein or fat.
With 43g total carbs and 2g fiber, the net-carb figure for a 1 piece (85g) serving works out to roughly 41g — this is the number most keto and low-carb tracking apps use. If you're managing type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or reactive hypoglycemia, use total carbs for insulin dosing calculations and treat net carbs as a rough guide for meal planning.
Ways to eat Naan
- Treat naan as your main carb source for the meal — skip additional bread, rice or pasta on the side.
- Split a full serving of naan into two smaller portions to keep post-meal glucose steadier.
- Pair naan with 20–30g of protein and some healthy fat to flatten the blood-sugar response.
Frequently asked questions
Is Naan keto-friendly?
Not really. 41g net carbs per 1 piece (85g) exceeds a full-day keto allowance for most people. It's a much better fit for a low-carb (100–150g/day) or balanced plan.
How many carbs in Naan per 100 grams?
About 50.6g of carbs, 3.5g sugar and 308 calories per 100g of Naan.
How does Naan affect blood sugar?
Moderate glycemic impact expected. If you're monitoring blood sugar, keep an eye on total portion size and combine with protein or fat.
Is Naan good for weight loss?
A serving delivers 262 calories with 8.5g protein and 2g fiber. Foods that are relatively high in protein and fiber per calorie tend to be more filling — with a 4% combined protein-plus-fiber-to-calorie ratio, Naan is best paired with a lean protein or vegetables so the meal keeps you full for longer.
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Open scannerSources & how these numbers are calculated
Nutrition values are consensus averages compiled from the USDA FoodData Central database for a typical 1 piece (85g) serving of Naan. Actual values vary with brand, variety, ripeness and preparation — always check the label on packaged products. Daily-value percentages reference the U.S. FDA 2,000-calorie adult reference (275g carbs, 50g added sugar, 50g protein, 78g fat, 28g fiber).
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