Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) vs Quinoa, uncooked

Nutrition comparison per 100 g.

Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) 631 kcal Quinoa, uncooked 368 kcal
Calories
631 kcal 368 kcal
Protein
20.5 g 14.1 g
Carbs
11.7 g 64.2 g
Fiber
11.6 g 7.0 g
Sugars
0.5 g ~
Fat
61.2 g 6.1 g
Sodium
47 mg 5 mg

Key takeaways

  • Quinoa, uncooked has 42% fewer calories (368 kcal vs 631 kcal).
  • Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) has more protein (20.5 g vs 14.1 g).
  • Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) has more carbs (11.7 g vs 64.2 g).
  • Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) has more fiber (11.6 g vs 7.0 g).
  • Quinoa, uncooked has more fat (6.1 g vs 61.2 g).
MacronutrientsSeeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)Quinoa, uncooked
Calories 631 kcal 368 kcal
Protein 20.5 g 14.1 g
Total Fat 61.2 g 6.1 g
Total Carbohydrate 11.7 g 64.2 g
Dietary Fiber 11.6 g 7.0 g
Total Sugars 0.5 g ~
Water 3.8 g 13.3 g
CarbohydratesSeeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)Quinoa, uncooked
Total Carbohydrate 11.7 g 64.2 g
Dietary Fiber 11.6 g 7.0 g
Starch ~ 52.2 g
Total Sugars 0.5 g ~
Fats & Fatty AcidsSeeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)Quinoa, uncooked
Total Fat 61.2 g 6.1 g
Saturated Fat 9.1 g 0.7 g
Monounsaturated Fat 23.9 g 1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.5 g 3.3 g
Trans Fat 0.0 g ~
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 263.0 mg 260.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 25,227.0 mg 2,977.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsSeeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)Quinoa, uncooked
Protein 20.5 g 14.1 g
Histidine 550.0 mg 407.0 mg
Isoleucine 750.0 mg 504.0 mg
Leucine 1,500.0 mg 840.0 mg
Lysine 650.0 mg 766.0 mg
Methionine 880.0 mg 309.0 mg
Phenylalanine 940.0 mg 593.0 mg
Threonine 730.0 mg 421.0 mg
Tryptophan 330.0 mg 167.0 mg
Valine 980.0 mg 594.0 mg
Alanine 990.0 mg 588.0 mg
Arginine 3,250.0 mg 1,091.0 mg
Aspartic Acid 2,070.0 mg 1,134.0 mg
Cystine 440.0 mg 203.0 mg
Glutamic Acid 4,600.0 mg 1,865.0 mg
Glycine 1,090.0 mg 694.0 mg
Proline 1,040.0 mg 773.0 mg
Serine 1,200.0 mg 567.0 mg
Tyrosine 790.0 mg 267.0 mg
VitaminsSeeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)Quinoa, uncooked
Vitamin A (RAE) 3.0 mcg 1.0 mcg
Vitamin C 0.0 mg ~
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Vitamin E 1.7 mg 2.4 mg
Vitamin K 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Thiamin (B1) 0.7 mg 0.4 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.1 mg 0.3 mg
Niacin (B3) 5.8 mg 1.5 mg
Vitamin B6 0.4 mg 0.5 mg
Folate (B9) 115.0 mcg 184.0 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) 0.3 mg 0.8 mg
Choline 25.6 mg 70.2 mg
Betaine 0.4 mg 630.4 mg
MineralsSeeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)Quinoa, uncooked
Calcium 60.0 mg 47.0 mg
Iron 6.4 mg 4.6 mg
Magnesium 345.0 mg 197.0 mg
Phosphorus 667.0 mg 457.0 mg
Potassium 370.0 mg 563.0 mg
Sodium 47.0 mg 5.0 mg
Zinc 6.7 mg 3.1 mg
Copper 1.4 mg 0.6 mg
Manganese 1.4 mg 2.0 mg
Selenium 34.4 mcg 8.5 mcg
SterolsSeeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)Quinoa, uncooked
Cholesterol 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Campesterol 53.0 mg ~
Stigmasterol 22.0 mg ~
Beta-sitosterol 232.0 mg ~
OtherSeeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)Quinoa, uncooked
Alcohol 0.0 g ~
Caffeine 0.0 mg ~
Theobromine 0.0 mg ~
Ash 2.9 g 2.4 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has fewer calories, Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) or Quinoa, uncooked?

Quinoa, uncooked has fewer calories: 631 kcal for Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) vs 368 kcal for Quinoa, uncooked per 100 g.

Which has more protein, Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) or Quinoa, uncooked?

Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) has more protein: 20.5 g for Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) vs 14.1 g for Quinoa, uncooked per 100 g.

Which has more fiber, Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) or Quinoa, uncooked?

Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) has more fiber: 11.6 g for Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) vs 7.0 g for Quinoa, uncooked per 100 g.

Is Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) or Quinoa, uncooked healthier?

Quinoa, uncooked is lower in calories, and Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.