Sesame · Sesamum orientale

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type)

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type)'s food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

30%

594 kcal Calories

34%

17.0 g Protein

21.2 g Carbs

69%

53.8 g Fat

Good nutrient density 29/100

How many beneficial nutrients Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

594 kcal / serving

13% from carbs

Carbs 13%

21.2 g per serving
Fat 76%

53.8 g per serving
Protein 11%

17.0 g per serving

What Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Copper179% Thiamin (B1)102% Manganese63% Selenium63% Phosphorus59% Iron50% Zinc42% Riboflavin (B2)36% Protein34% Niacin (B3)34% Pantothenic Acid (B5)14%

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Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	21.2 g	8%
Dietary Fiber	9.3 g	33%
Total Sugars	0.5 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	53.8 g	69%
Saturated Fat	7.5 g	38%
Monounsaturated Fat	20.3 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	23.6 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	407.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	23,133.0 mg	—
Butyric Acid	0.0 mg	—
Caproic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Caprylic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Capric Acid	0.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	0.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	134.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	4,807.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	2,262.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	161.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	20,045.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	75.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	23,133.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	17.0 g	34%
Histidine	500.0 mg	—
Isoleucine	731.0 mg	—
Leucine	1,302.0 mg	—
Lysine	545.0 mg	—
Methionine	561.0 mg	—
Phenylalanine	901.0 mg	—
Threonine	706.0 mg	—
Tryptophan	372.0 mg	—
Valine	950.0 mg	—
Alanine	889.0 mg	—
Arginine	2,521.0 mg	—
Aspartic Acid	1,578.0 mg	—
Cystine	343.0 mg	—
Glutamic Acid	3,792.0 mg	—
Glycine	1,165.0 mg	—
Proline	776.0 mg	—
Serine	927.0 mg	—
Tyrosine	712.0 mg	—

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	3.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin C	0.0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	0.3 mg	2%
Vitamin K	0.0 mcg	0%
Thiamin (B1)	1.2 mg	102%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.5 mg	36%
Niacin (B3)	5.5 mg	34%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	9%
Folate (B9)	98.0 mcg	25%
Vitamin B12	0.0 mcg	0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.7 mg	14%
Choline	25.8 mg	5%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	426.0 mg	33%
Iron	9.0 mg	50%
Magnesium	95.0 mg	23%
Phosphorus	732.0 mg	59%
Potassium	414.0 mg	9%
Sodium	115.0 mg	5%
Zinc	4.6 mg	42%
Copper	1.6 mg	179%
Manganese	1.5 mg	63%
Selenium	34.4 mcg	63%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	0.0 mg	0%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	0.0 g	—
Caffeine	0.0 mg	—
Theobromine	0.0 mg	—
Ash	5.0 g	—

About Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type)

Sesame (Sesamum indicum) is one of the world's oldest oilseed crops, grown for its small, flat, nutty-flavored seeds that come in shades of tan, white, brown, and black, with black sesame carrying a bolder, earthier taste. Toasting deepens their rich, warm flavor, which is why toasted sesame seeds and fragrant toasted sesame oil are pantry staples across Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Middle Eastern cooking.

The seeds are ground into tahini, the smooth paste at the heart of hummus, baba ganoush, and sweet halva, pressed into oil, and worked into everything from bagels, burger buns, and breadsticks to stir-fries, noodle dishes, dressings, and the Japanese seasoning gomashio. Sesame seeds are nutrient-dense, providing healthy unsaturated fats, plant protein, fiber, and minerals like calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, and copper, though they are also one of the major food allergens and are now labeled as such.

A quick toast in a dry skillet wakes up their aroma just before use. Store sesame seeds and tahini in an airtight container in a cool, dark place or the refrigerator, since their natural oils can turn rancid over time.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type)?

There are 594 calories in 100 g of Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type), or about 168 calories in 1 oz (28 g).

How much protein is in Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type)?

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) contains 17.0 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type)?

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) has 21.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type)?

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) provides 53.8 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) a good source of?

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) is an excellent source of Copper (179% DV), Thiamin (B1) (102% DV), Manganese (63% DV), Selenium (63% DV), Phosphorus (59% DV) and Iron (50% DV) and a good source of Pantothenic Acid (B5) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.