Whole sesame seeds
Whole sesame seeds, dried
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 631 kcal |
| Protein | 20.4 g |
| Fat | 61.2 g |
| Carbs | 11.7 g |
Whole sesame seeds are small, dried oilseeds used across a wide range of cuisines — scattered over breads and salads, pressed into tahini, or toasted and stirred into Asian dishes. Per 100 g, they provide 631 kcal, 20.5 g of protein, 61.2 g of fat, 11.7 g of carbohydrates and 11.6 g of dietary fibre, with very little sugar (0.5 g). The fat content is predominantly unsaturated. Sesame seeds are a notable source of phosphorus (667 mg per 100 g), magnesium (345 mg) and potassium (370 mg), alongside 115 mcg of folate and 5.8 mg of niacin per 100 g. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Suitable for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in sesame seeds?
Dried whole sesame seeds contain 631 kcal per 100 g, making them one of the more calorie-dense seeds available. A typical tablespoon of sesame seeds weighs around 9 g, which works out to roughly 57 kcal.
How much magnesium is in sesame seeds?
Whole dried sesame seeds contain 345 mg of magnesium per 100 g, which is a notably high amount for a plant food. Even a small 15 g serving contributes around 52 mg of magnesium.
Are sesame seeds keto-friendly?
Yes, sesame seeds fit a ketogenic diet well. They contain only 11.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, with 11.6 g of that coming from fibre, leaving very little net carbohydrate, while providing substantial fat at 61.2 g per 100 g.
Diets
Get Vnutri
Log meals, track daily totals, save favorites. Free on iOS and Android.
Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 631 kcal |
| Protein | 20.4 g |
| Fat | 61.2 g |
| Carbs | 11.7 g |
| Sugars | 0.48 g |
| Fiber | 11.6 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 9.1 g |
| Monounsaturated | 23.9 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 25.5 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.26 g |
| Omega-6 | 25.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 60.0 mg |
| Iron | 6.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 345 mg |
| Phosphorus | 667 mg |
| Potassium | 370 mg |
| Sodium | 47.0 mg |
| Zinc | 6.7 mg |
| Copper | 1.4 mg |
| Manganese | 1.4 mg |
| Selenium | 34.4 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 3.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.7 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.70 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.090 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5.8 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.29 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.40 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 115 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 25.6 mg |
