Sesame seeds: calories and nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 573 kcal, 18 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 50 g fat. A typical serving (1 tbsp, 9 g) provides about 52 kcal.
Values per 100 g; drinks and milk per 100 ml. Carbohydrates exclude fibre.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition facts | per 100 g | 1 tbsp · 9 g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 2,397 kJ / 573 kcal | 216 kJ / 52 kcal |
| Fat | 50 g | 4.5 g |
| of which saturates | 7.0 g | 0.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 12 g | 1.0 g |
| of which sugars | 0.3 g | < 0.1 g |
| Fibre | 12 g | 1.1 g |
| Protein | 18 g | 1.6 g |
| Salt | 0.03 g | < 0.01 g |
Carbohydrates exclude fibre, as on UK and EU labels. “–” means: not stated in the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in sesame seeds?
573 kcal (2,397 kJ) per 100 g. 1 tbsp (9 g) provides about 52 kcal.
How much fat is in sesame seeds?
50 g fat per 100 g, of which 7.0 g saturates. 1 tbsp (9 g) has about 4.5 g.
How much protein is in sesame seeds?
18 g protein per 100 g; 1 tbsp (9 g) has about 1.6 g. That is 12% of the energy.
Compared
Calories per 100 g or 100 ml in Nuts & seeds.
Source and notes
Average values from the United States. Variety, ripeness, origin, recipe and preparation change the values; for packaged food the label applies. Not dietary advice.
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