Calories
150 kcal
8% of Daily kcal · low-calorie
Protein
2 g
4% RDI
Fat
12 g
3g sat fat
Carbs
10 g
4% RDI
Sugar
2 g
4% RDI
Fiber
3 g
10% RDI
Salt
1.5 g
30% RDI
Achiote Paste
Achiote Paste is a richly colored spice paste used across Mexican, Central American and Caribbean cooking to add earthy, slightly peppery flavor and a deep orange-red color to marinades, rice, stews and grilled meats. It’s traditionally made from annatto seeds mixed with oil, spices and sometimes vinegar or citrus. Nutritionally, Achiote Paste is relatively concentrated in fat and sodium compared with whole herbs and spices, and it also provides notable micronutrients such as vitamin K (101µg per 100g) and manganese. Culinarily it’s prized for the annatto pigments that give a strong orange hue and some carotenoid content, but because it’s a paste made with oil and salt it’s best used in small amounts or swapped for powdered annatto or a lower‑oil homemade version when you want a lighter option.
Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.80€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
B
Healthy
-
Nutrition
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Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
B · 6.7 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Achiote Paste healthy?
Yes, Achiote Paste is considered healthy with a Health Grade of B. It is rich in protective compounds.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Achiote Paste?
Achiote Paste is NOVA 3 - Processed.
Q.05Is Achiote Paste gluten free?
Yes, Achiote Paste is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Achiote Paste?
100g of Achiote Paste contains 150 kcal, 2g protein, 10g carbohydrates, 12g fat, and 3g fiber.
Q.04Is Achiote Paste vegan?
Yes, Achiote Paste is vegan.
Q.06Is Achiote Paste lactose free?
Yes, Achiote Paste is lactose free.
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