Roti or chapati

Roti, also known as chapati, is a simple, unleavened flatbread traditionally made from whole wheat flour (atta), water, and a pinch of salt. It is a staple food originating from the Indian subcontinent and is a fundamental part of daily meals across India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Roti is a carbohydrate-rich food that provides a good source of dietary fiber and complex carbs for sustained energy. A typical medium-sized roti contains approximately 70-100 calories, with minimal fat and a small amount of plant-based protein.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	170 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	33 g
Fat	2 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	190 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	3.5 mg
Folate	60 µg
Magnesium	45 mg
Phosphorus	100 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Selenium	12 µg

Per 1 medium chapati (about 60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, roti is deeply symbolic of home and sustenance, often eaten with hands by tearing off pieces to scoop up curries and dals. Nutritionally, its whole-grain base makes it a healthier, lower-glycemic alternative to refined flour breads, and it is naturally vegan and gluten-free if made with millet flours like jowar or bajra.