Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried vs Quinoa, cooked

Nutrition comparison per 100 g.

Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried 584 kcal Quinoa, cooked 120 kcal
Calories
584 kcal 120 kcal
Protein
20.8 g 4.4 g
Carbs
20.0 g 21.3 g
Fiber
8.6 g 2.8 g
Sugars
2.6 g ~
Fat
51.5 g 1.9 g
Sodium
9 mg 7 mg

Key takeaways

  • Quinoa, cooked has 79% fewer calories (120 kcal vs 584 kcal).
  • Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried has more protein (20.8 g vs 4.4 g).
  • Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried has fewer carbs (20.0 g vs 21.3 g).
  • Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried has more fiber (8.6 g vs 2.8 g).
  • Quinoa, cooked has less fat (1.9 g vs 51.5 g).
MacronutrientsSeeds, sunflower seed kernels, driedQuinoa, cooked
Calories 584 kcal 120 kcal
Protein 20.8 g 4.4 g
Total Fat 51.5 g 1.9 g
Total Carbohydrate 20.0 g 21.3 g
Dietary Fiber 8.6 g 2.8 g
Total Sugars 2.6 g ~
Water 4.7 g 71.6 g
CarbohydratesSeeds, sunflower seed kernels, driedQuinoa, cooked
Total Carbohydrate 20.0 g 21.3 g
Dietary Fiber 8.6 g 2.8 g
Starch ~ 17.6 g
Total Sugars 2.6 g ~
Fats & Fatty AcidsSeeds, sunflower seed kernels, driedQuinoa, cooked
Total Fat 51.5 g 1.9 g
Saturated Fat 4.5 g ~
Monounsaturated Fat 18.5 g ~
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.1 g ~
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 60.0 mg ~
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 23,050.0 mg ~
Protein & Amino AcidsSeeds, sunflower seed kernels, driedQuinoa, cooked
Protein 20.8 g 4.4 g
Histidine 632.0 mg 127.0 mg
Isoleucine 1,139.0 mg 157.0 mg
Leucine 1,659.0 mg 261.0 mg
Lysine 937.0 mg 239.0 mg
Methionine 494.0 mg 96.0 mg
Phenylalanine 1,169.0 mg 185.0 mg
Threonine 928.0 mg 131.0 mg
Tryptophan 348.0 mg 52.0 mg
Valine 1,315.0 mg 185.0 mg
Alanine 1,117.0 mg 183.0 mg
Arginine 2,403.0 mg 340.0 mg
Aspartic Acid 2,446.0 mg 353.0 mg
Cystine 451.0 mg 63.0 mg
Glutamic Acid 5,579.0 mg 580.0 mg
Glycine 1,461.0 mg 216.0 mg
Proline 1,182.0 mg 240.0 mg
Serine 1,075.0 mg 176.0 mg
Tyrosine 666.0 mg 83.0 mg
VitaminsSeeds, sunflower seed kernels, driedQuinoa, cooked
Vitamin A (RAE) 3.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Vitamin C 1.4 mg 0.0 mg
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg ~
Vitamin E 35.2 mg 0.6 mg
Vitamin K 0.0 mcg ~
Thiamin (B1) 1.5 mg 0.1 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.4 mg 0.1 mg
Niacin (B3) 8.3 mg 0.4 mg
Vitamin B6 1.3 mg 0.1 mg
Folate (B9) 227.0 mcg 42.0 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) 1.1 mg ~
Choline 55.1 mg ~
Betaine 35.4 mg ~
MineralsSeeds, sunflower seed kernels, driedQuinoa, cooked
Calcium 78.0 mg 17.0 mg
Iron 5.3 mg 1.5 mg
Magnesium 325.0 mg 64.0 mg
Phosphorus 660.0 mg 152.0 mg
Potassium 645.0 mg 172.0 mg
Sodium 9.0 mg 7.0 mg
Zinc 5.0 mg 1.1 mg
Copper 1.8 mg 0.2 mg
Manganese 2.0 mg 0.6 mg
Selenium 53.0 mcg 2.8 mcg
SterolsSeeds, sunflower seed kernels, driedQuinoa, cooked
Cholesterol 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Phytosterols 534.0 mg ~
OtherSeeds, sunflower seed kernels, driedQuinoa, cooked
Alcohol 0.0 g ~
Caffeine 0.0 mg ~
Theobromine 0.0 mg ~
Ash 3.0 g 0.8 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has fewer calories, Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried or Quinoa, cooked?

Quinoa, cooked has fewer calories: 584 kcal for Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried vs 120 kcal for Quinoa, cooked per 100 g.

Which has more protein, Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried or Quinoa, cooked?

Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried has more protein: 20.8 g for Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried vs 4.4 g for Quinoa, cooked per 100 g.

Which has more fiber, Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried or Quinoa, cooked?

Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried has more fiber: 8.6 g for Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried vs 2.8 g for Quinoa, cooked per 100 g.

Is Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried or Quinoa, cooked healthier?

Quinoa, cooked is lower in calories, and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals - compare the full breakdown above to decide.