Cumin · Cuminum cyminum

Spices, cumin seed

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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19%

374 kcal Calories

36%

17.8 g Protein

16%

44.2 g Carbs

29%

22.3 g Fat

Very good nutrient density 45/100

How many beneficial nutrients Spices, cumin seed 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 Spices, cumin seed come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

374 kcal / serving

39% from carbs

Carbs 39%

44.2 g per serving
Fat 45%

22.3 g per serving
Protein 16%

17.8 g per serving

What Spices, cumin seed 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).

Iron369% Manganese145% Copper96% Magnesium87% Calcium72% Thiamin (B1)52% Zinc44% Phosphorus40% Dietary Fiber38% Potassium38%

Full nutrition breakdown

Beneficial
Moderate
Limit
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	44.2 g	16%
Dietary Fiber	10.5 g	38%
Total Sugars	2.3 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	22.3 g	29%
Saturated Fat	1.5 g	8%
Monounsaturated Fat	14.0 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	3.3 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	176.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	3,103.0 mg	—
Butyric Acid	0.0 mg	—
Caproic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Caprylic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Capric Acid	18.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	18.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	18.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	1,137.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	344.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	212.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	13,618.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	212.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	3,103.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	17.8 g	36%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	64.0 mcg	7%
Vitamin C	7.7 mg	9%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	3.3 mg	22%
Vitamin K	5.4 mcg	5%
Thiamin (B1)	0.6 mg	52%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg	25%
Niacin (B3)	4.6 mg	29%
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg	26%
Folate (B9)	10.0 mcg	3%
Vitamin B12	0.0 mcg	0%
Choline	24.7 mg	4%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	931.0 mg	72%
Iron	66.4 mg	369%
Magnesium	366.0 mg	87%
Phosphorus	499.0 mg	40%
Potassium	1,788.0 mg	38%
Sodium	168.0 mg	7%
Zinc	4.8 mg	44%
Copper	0.9 mg	96%
Manganese	3.3 mg	145%
Selenium	5.2 mcg	9%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	0.0 mg	0%
Phytosterols	68.0 mg	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	0.0 g	—
Caffeine	0.0 mg	—
Theobromine	0.0 mg	—
Ash	7.6 g	—

About Spices, cumin seed

Cumin is the warm, earthy, slightly bitter spice from the dried seeds of a parsley relative — a cornerstone of Indian, Mexican and Middle Eastern cooking, and a defining note in curry and chili powders. Toasting the whole seeds before grinding deepens its nutty, aromatic punch.

Used by the teaspoon it isn't a meaningful calorie source, but cumin seeds are notably rich in iron by weight, along with manganese and antioxidant plant compounds — a small but genuine nutritional bonus to its big flavor.

A little cumin grounds a dish in warm, savory depth, which is why it turns up in spice blends across so many cuisines — earthy, aromatic and unmistakable.

Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Spices, cumin seed?

There are 374 calories in 100 g of Spices, cumin seed, or about 22 calories in 1 tbsp, whole (6 g).

How much protein is in Spices, cumin seed?

Spices, cumin seed contains 17.8 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Spices, cumin seed?

Spices, cumin seed has 44.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Spices, cumin seed?

Spices, cumin seed provides 22.3 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Spices, cumin seed a good source of?

Spices, cumin seed is an excellent source of Iron (369% DV), Manganese (145% DV), Copper (96% DV), Magnesium (87% DV), Calcium (72% DV) and Thiamin (B1) (52% DV) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.