Sesame · Sesamum orientale

Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted'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.

28%

565 kcal Calories

34%

17.0 g Protein

25.7 g Carbs

62%

48.0 g Fat

Good nutrient density 35/100

How many beneficial nutrients Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted 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 seeds, whole, roasted and toasted come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

565 kcal / serving

17% from carbs

Carbs 17%

25.7 g per serving
Fat 72%

48.0 g per serving
Protein 11%

17.0 g per serving

What Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted 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).

Copper274% Manganese109% Magnesium85% Iron82% Calcium76% Thiamin (B1)67% Zinc65% Selenium63% Phosphorus51% Dietary Fiber50% Riboflavin (B2)19% Potassium10%

Full nutrition breakdown

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Moderate
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Neutral

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	25.7 g	9%
Dietary Fiber	14.0 g	50%

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	48.0 g	62%
Saturated Fat	6.7 g	34%
Monounsaturated Fat	18.1 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	21.0 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	363.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	20,654.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	120.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	4,292.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	2,019.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	144.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	17,897.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	67.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	20,654.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	17.0 g	34%
Histidine	499.0 mg	—
Isoleucine	730.0 mg	—
Leucine	1,299.0 mg	—
Lysine	544.0 mg	—
Methionine	560.0 mg	—
Phenylalanine	899.0 mg	—
Threonine	704.0 mg	—
Tryptophan	371.0 mg	—
Valine	947.0 mg	—
Alanine	886.0 mg	—
Arginine	2,515.0 mg	—
Aspartic Acid	1,574.0 mg	—
Cystine	342.0 mg	—
Glutamic Acid	3,782.0 mg	—
Glycine	1,162.0 mg	—
Proline	774.0 mg	—
Serine	925.0 mg	—
Tyrosine	710.0 mg	—

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin C	0.0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	~	—
Vitamin K	~	—
Thiamin (B1)	0.8 mg	67%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg	19%
Niacin (B3)	4.6 mg	29%
Vitamin B6	0.8 mg	47%
Folate (B9)	98.0 mcg	25%
Vitamin B12	0.0 mcg	0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.1 mg	1%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	989.0 mg	76%
Iron	14.8 mg	82%
Magnesium	356.0 mg	85%
Phosphorus	638.0 mg	51%
Potassium	475.0 mg	10%
Sodium	11.0 mg	0%
Zinc	7.2 mg	65%
Copper	2.5 mg	274%
Manganese	2.5 mg	109%
Selenium	34.4 mcg	63%

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

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	~	—
Caffeine	~	—
Theobromine	~	—
Ash	6.0 g	—

About Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted

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 seeds, whole, roasted and toasted?

There are 565 calories in 100 g of Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted, or about 160 calories in 1 oz (28 g).

How much protein is in Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted?

Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted contains 17.0 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted?

Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted has 25.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted?

Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted provides 48.0 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted a good source of?

Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, roasted and toasted is an excellent source of Copper (274% DV), Manganese (109% DV), Magnesium (85% DV), Iron (82% DV), Calcium (76% DV) and Thiamin (B1) (67% DV) and a good source of Riboflavin (B2) and Potassium (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.