Green Cardamom
Luxurious, fragrant cardamom pods that give Arabic coffee and oriental dishes their authentic identity. Thanks to aromatic oils such as terpineol, cardamom refreshes the digestion and adds a cheerful flavour; the glycemic index does not apply because so little is used.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Add lightly cracked cardamom pods to tea, coffee, or when boiling meat and chicken; it masks unwanted odours and supports a comfortable stomach after eating.
Best preparation methods
Grind cardamom pods fresh just before use to keep their concentrated essential oils, rather than buying pre-ground cardamom, which quickly loses its aroma.
Important Nutritional Note
Cardamom freshens the breath and supports natural digestion; it is a spice that is fully compatible with steady blood sugar and has no meaningful calories.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (2 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 311 kcal | 6.2 kcal |
| Protein | 10.8 g | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 1.4 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 0.8 g |
| Fat | 6.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Dietary fibre | 28 g | 0.6 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 311 kcal per 100 g, ranking 9 of 12 in Spices & herbs (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Green Cardamom good for weight loss?
It can be included in moderation: it contains 28 g of fibre per 100 g, which supports fullness, and a 2 g portion gives 6 kcal.
How does Green Cardamom affect blood sugar?
Green Cardamom contains only 40.5 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Green Cardamom?
A typical 2 g portion of Green Cardamom provides about 6 kcal, 0.2 g protein, 1.4 g carbohydrate, 0.1 g fat and 0.6 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.