Calories in gado-gado
A typical serving of gado-gado provides about 350 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 bowl (250 g)
Calories
350kcal
Protein
17g
Carbs
28g
Fat
21.3g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Protein | 6.8 g |
| Carbs | 11.2 g |
| Fat | 8.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g |
| Fiber | 3.4 g |
| Sugars | 4.1 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
An Indonesian salad of slightly blanched vegetables, tofu, tempeh, and boiled eggs, drizzled with peanut sauce.
Nutritional benefits
- High dietary fiber from diverse vegetables
- Complete plant protein from tempeh and tofu
- Heart-healthy monounsaturated fats from peanuts
How to prepare it
- 1.Vegetables are blanched quickly to retain crunch
- 2.Peanut sauce is made with palm sugar and tamarind
- 3.Traditionally served with shrimp crackers (krupuk)
Lighter alternatives
Lalap
Raw veggies with sambal, avoiding heavy peanut sauce
Spinach salad
Lower calorie count by avoiding fried tempeh
Soto Ayam
More hydrating chicken soup alternative
Healthy tip
Ask for the peanut sauce on the side to manage your caloric intake more effectively.
Frequently asked questions
Is it vegan?
It can be 100% vegan if you exclude the boiled egg and shrimp crackers.
What does the name mean?
Gado-gado literally means 'mix-mix' in Indonesian.
Is peanut sauce fattening?
It is nutrient-dense; while it has healthy fats, portion control is important.