How much is one portion, exactly?
One question, one answer: how many calories a food or a cooking method carries, what portion that number matches, and whether a lighter alternative does the same job.
How many calories are in a spoon of olive oil?
A dessert spoon of olive oil is 5 grams and carries exactly 45 calories; the tablespoon equivalent, though, is an indicative value.
How many calories are in a portion of peas?
A cup of fresh peas is 150 grams and carries about 138 calories; they are among the highest in calories of the vegetables.
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