Cumin seed
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 427 kcal |
| Protein | 17.8 g |
| Fat | 22.3 g |
| Carbs | 44.2 g |
Cumin seed is the dried fruit of Cuminum cyminum, a flowering plant in the parsley family, used whole or ground as a spice in cuisines across South Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and North Africa. Because it is used in small quantities — typically a teaspoon or less per dish — the per-100g figures reflect the seed's concentrated nutritional profile rather than a typical serving. Per 100 g, cumin seed provides 427 kcal, 17.8 g of protein, 22.3 g of fat and 44.2 g of carbohydrates, with 10.5 g of dietary fibre. It is notably rich in potassium (1788 mg per 100 g), calcium (931 mg per 100 g) and phosphorus (499 mg per 100 g). Cumin seed is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in cumin seed?
Cumin seed contains 427 kcal per 100 g, but a typical single serving is around 2–3 g (roughly one teaspoon), which works out to approximately 8–13 kcal. The high calorie density per 100 g reflects its concentrated fat and protein content.
How much calcium is in cumin seed?
Cumin seed contains 931 mg of calcium per 100 g, which is exceptionally high for a plant food. In practice, a teaspoon of whole seeds (about 2 g) delivers around 18–19 mg of calcium.
Is cumin seed low-FODMAP friendly?
Yes, cumin seed appears on the low-FODMAP diet's compatible foods list. It is used in small amounts as a spice, which keeps any potentially fermentable compounds well within typical tolerance thresholds.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 427 kcal |
| Protein | 17.8 g |
| Fat | 22.3 g |
| Carbs | 44.2 g |
| Sugars | 2.3 g |
| Fiber | 10.5 g |
| Starch | 31.5 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 1.5 g |
| Monounsaturated | 14.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 3.3 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 3.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 931 mg |
| Iron | 66.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 366 mg |
| Phosphorus | 499 mg |
| Potassium | 1788 mg |
| Sodium | 168 mg |
| Zinc | 4.8 mg |
| Copper | 0.87 mg |
| Manganese | 3.3 mg |
| Selenium | 5.2 mcg |
| Iodine | 0.50 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 64.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 7.7 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 3.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5.4 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.63 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.33 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.6 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.44 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 10.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 24.7 mg |
