Seeds, flaxseed vs Quinoa, uncooked

Nutrition comparison per 100 g.

Seeds, flaxseed 534 kcal Quinoa, uncooked 368 kcal
Calories
534 kcal 368 kcal
Protein
18.3 g 14.1 g
Carbs
28.9 g 64.2 g
Fiber
27.3 g 7.0 g
Sugars
1.6 g ~
Fat
42.2 g 6.1 g
Sodium
30 mg 5 mg

Key takeaways

  • Quinoa, uncooked has 31% fewer calories (368 kcal vs 534 kcal).
  • Seeds, flaxseed has more protein (18.3 g vs 14.1 g).
  • Seeds, flaxseed has more carbs (28.9 g vs 64.2 g).
  • Seeds, flaxseed has more fiber (27.3 g vs 7.0 g).
  • Quinoa, uncooked has more fat (6.1 g vs 42.2 g).
MacronutrientsSeeds, flaxseedQuinoa, uncooked
Calories 534 kcal 368 kcal
Protein 18.3 g 14.1 g
Total Fat 42.2 g 6.1 g
Total Carbohydrate 28.9 g 64.2 g
Dietary Fiber 27.3 g 7.0 g
Total Sugars 1.6 g ~
Water 7.0 g 13.3 g
CarbohydratesSeeds, flaxseedQuinoa, uncooked
Total Carbohydrate 28.9 g 64.2 g
Dietary Fiber 27.3 g 7.0 g
Starch ~ 52.2 g
Total Sugars 1.6 g ~
Fats & Fatty AcidsSeeds, flaxseedQuinoa, uncooked
Total Fat 42.2 g 6.1 g
Saturated Fat 3.7 g 0.7 g
Monounsaturated Fat 7.5 g 1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.7 g 3.3 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 22,813.0 mg 260.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 5,903.0 mg 2,977.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsSeeds, flaxseedQuinoa, uncooked
Protein 18.3 g 14.1 g
Histidine 472.0 mg 407.0 mg
Isoleucine 896.0 mg 504.0 mg
Leucine 1,235.0 mg 840.0 mg
Lysine 862.0 mg 766.0 mg
Methionine 370.0 mg 309.0 mg
Phenylalanine 957.0 mg 593.0 mg
Threonine 766.0 mg 421.0 mg
Tryptophan 297.0 mg 167.0 mg
Valine 1,072.0 mg 594.0 mg
Alanine 925.0 mg 588.0 mg
Arginine 1,925.0 mg 1,091.0 mg
Aspartic Acid 2,046.0 mg 1,134.0 mg
Cystine 340.0 mg 203.0 mg
Glutamic Acid 4,039.0 mg 1,865.0 mg
Glycine 1,248.0 mg 694.0 mg
Proline 806.0 mg 773.0 mg
Serine 970.0 mg 567.0 mg
Tyrosine 493.0 mg 267.0 mg
VitaminsSeeds, flaxseedQuinoa, uncooked
Vitamin A (RAE) 0.0 mcg 1.0 mcg
Vitamin C 0.6 mg ~
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Vitamin E 0.3 mg 2.4 mg
Vitamin K 4.3 mcg 0.0 mcg
Thiamin (B1) 1.6 mg 0.4 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.2 mg 0.3 mg
Niacin (B3) 3.1 mg 1.5 mg
Vitamin B6 0.5 mg 0.5 mg
Folate (B9) 87.0 mcg 184.0 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) 1.0 mg 0.8 mg
Choline 78.7 mg 70.2 mg
Betaine 3.1 mg 630.4 mg
MineralsSeeds, flaxseedQuinoa, uncooked
Calcium 255.0 mg 47.0 mg
Iron 5.7 mg 4.6 mg
Magnesium 392.0 mg 197.0 mg
Phosphorus 642.0 mg 457.0 mg
Potassium 813.0 mg 563.0 mg
Sodium 30.0 mg 5.0 mg
Zinc 4.3 mg 3.1 mg
Copper 1.2 mg 0.6 mg
Manganese 2.5 mg 2.0 mg
Selenium 25.4 mcg 8.5 mcg
SterolsSeeds, flaxseedQuinoa, uncooked
Cholesterol 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Campesterol 45.0 mg ~
Stigmasterol 11.0 mg ~
Beta-sitosterol 90.0 mg ~
OtherSeeds, flaxseedQuinoa, uncooked
Alcohol 0.0 g ~
Caffeine 0.0 mg ~
Theobromine 0.0 mg ~
Ash 3.7 g 2.4 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has fewer calories, Seeds, flaxseed or Quinoa, uncooked?

Quinoa, uncooked has fewer calories: 534 kcal for Seeds, flaxseed vs 368 kcal for Quinoa, uncooked per 100 g.

Which has more protein, Seeds, flaxseed or Quinoa, uncooked?

Seeds, flaxseed has more protein: 18.3 g for Seeds, flaxseed vs 14.1 g for Quinoa, uncooked per 100 g.

Which has more fiber, Seeds, flaxseed or Quinoa, uncooked?

Seeds, flaxseed has more fiber: 27.3 g for Seeds, flaxseed vs 7.0 g for Quinoa, uncooked per 100 g.

Is Seeds, flaxseed or Quinoa, uncooked healthier?

Quinoa, uncooked is lower in calories, and Seeds, flaxseed is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.