# Calories in Chapati (Roti)

One medium whole-wheat chapati (about 40 g) has roughly 110-120 calories, with plain roti averaging around 280 calories per 100 g. Size and thickness drive most of the variation, and brushing the roti with ghee or oil can add 40-50 calories per teaspoon. A plain tawa roti without added fat sits at the lower end.

## Nutrition Facts (per 100 g)

| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 50 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |

## Calories by Serving Size

| Serving | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 small roti (35 g) | 35 g | ~100 kcal |
| 1 medium roti (40 g) | 40 g | ~110 kcal |
| 1 large roti (60 g) | 60 g | ~170 kcal |
| 2 medium rotis (80 g) | 80 g | ~220 kcal |

Typical USDA-style reference values; real dishes vary with ingredients and cooking method.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How many chapatis can I eat while watching my calories?

It depends on your overall calorie budget, but two medium rotis (about 220-240 calories) alongside a protein-rich curry and vegetables is a common, balanced pattern that can fit a calorie-deficit routine. Tracking your full plate matters more than a fixed roti count.

### Is roti lower in calories than rice?

Gram for gram, cooked white rice (about 130 calories per 100 g) is lower than roti (about 280 per 100 g) because rice holds more water. In practice, one medium roti and a standard katori of rice land in a similar 110-160 calorie range, so portion size decides.

### Does adding ghee change roti calories much?

Yes. One teaspoon of ghee adds roughly 40-45 calories, so a ghee-brushed roti can climb from about 110 to 150-160 calories. Over two or three rotis a day, that difference adds up meaningfully.

### How do I log chapati in SlimAI?

Search "chapati" or "roti" in SlimAI and pick your size — small, medium or large — or scan your plate with the camera and the roti count is estimated for you. Voice logging works too: just say how many rotis you ate.

Source: https://www.slimai.ai/foods/desi/chapati-roti-calories