Sesame · Sesamum orientale

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified'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%

592 kcal Calories

35%

17.4 g Protein

21.5 g Carbs

68%

53.0 g Fat

Good nutrient density 27/100

How many beneficial nutrients Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified 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, type of kernels unspecified come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

592 kcal / serving

14% from carbs

Carbs 14%

21.5 g per serving
Fat 75%

53.0 g per serving
Protein 11%

17.4 g per serving

What Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified 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)133% Phosphorus63% Selenium63% Zinc42% Protein35% Niacin (B3)35% Folate (B9)25% Iron25% Magnesium23% Dietary Fiber17% Calcium11% Potassium10%

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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	21.5 g	8%
Dietary Fiber	4.7 g	17%

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	53.0 g	68%
Saturated Fat	7.4 g	37%
Monounsaturated Fat	20.0 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	23.2 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	401.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	22,807.0 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	132.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	4,739.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	2,230.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	159.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	19,763.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	74.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	22,807.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	17.4 g	35%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	3.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin C	4.2 mg	5%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	~	—
Vitamin K	~	—
Thiamin (B1)	1.6 mg	133%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.1 mg	9%
Niacin (B3)	5.6 mg	35%
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg	9%
Folate (B9)	98.0 mcg	25%
Vitamin B12	0.0 mcg	0%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	141.0 mg	11%
Iron	4.4 mg	25%
Magnesium	95.0 mg	23%
Phosphorus	790.0 mg	63%
Potassium	459.0 mg	10%
Sodium	35.0 mg	2%
Zinc	4.6 mg	42%
Copper	1.6 mg	179%
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	5.1 g	—

About Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified

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, type of kernels unspecified?

There are 592 calories in 100 g of Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified, or about 89 calories in 1 tbsp (15 g).

How much protein is in Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified?

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified contains 17.4 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified?

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified has 21.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified?

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified provides 53.0 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified a good source of?

Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, type of kernels unspecified is an excellent source of Copper (179% DV), Thiamin (B1) (133% DV), Phosphorus (63% DV), Selenium (63% DV), Zinc (42% DV) and Protein (35% DV) and a good source of Dietary Fiber, Calcium and Potassium (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.