How Many Calories in Luqaimat?
About 300 kcal for 5 pieces with date syrup. Here's how it fits into your day, and how to make it lighter without giving it up.
How it fits your day
| A 1,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, women) | 20% |
| A 2,000 kcal day | 15% |
| A 2,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, men) | 12% |
The lighter swap
Stop at 2–3 pieces and go light on the syrup: about 150 kcal.
Coach's take
Mostly carbs, with little protein. Pair it with a protein source like eggs, chicken or laban so it keeps you full for longer.
Questions we get asked
How many calories are in Luqaimat?
About 300 kcal for 5 pieces with date syrup, with 4g protein, 45g carbs and 12g fat. Values vary between restaurants.
Can I eat Luqaimat and still lose weight?
Yes. Fat loss depends on your total calories across the day, not one food. Luqaimat is about 15% of a 2,000 kcal day. Stop at 2–3 pieces and go light on the syrup: about 150 kcal.
How long does it take to burn off Luqaimat?
About 60 minutes of brisk walking for a 75 kg adult. It's easier to adjust the portion than to try to burn it off, which is why we build favourite foods into our clients' plans.
Want a meal plan that still includes Luqaimat?
Tell us where to send it. Tarek & Chloe will build you a sample day around your favourite Dubai foods, so you can lose fat without giving them up.
Values are estimates for a typical Dubai restaurant portion, based on published nutrition data and standard recipes. Portions and recipes vary between restaurants.
Lose fat without giving up Luqaimat
Our clients still eat shawarma and drink karak. We just build it into the plan.
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