Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated))
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A 100g serving covers 156% of the daily recommended Copper, making Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Both protein (20.4g) and fat (61.2g) are substantial, making Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. At 631 calories per 100g, Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) is highly concentrated in energy, typical of foods rich in fats or sugars. Sodium is modest at 47mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) provides 11.6g of dietary fiber per 100g (41% DV), contributing meaningfully toward the recommended 28g daily target. Nutritionally broad, Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) delivers meaningful amounts of 15 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein12%20.4 g
- Fat81%61.2 g
- Carbs7%11.7 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 3.8 | G |
| Energy | 631 | KCAL |
| Protein | 20.4 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 61.2 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 11.7 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 11.6 | G |
| Total Sugars | 0.48 | G |
| Cholesterol | 0 | MG |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 | MG |
| Thiamin | 0.70 | MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.09 | MG |
| Niacin | 5.8 | MG |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.40 | MG |
| Folate, total | 115 | UG |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 3.0 | UG |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.7 | MG |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 | UG |
| Calcium, Ca | 60.0 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 6.4 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 345 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 667 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 370 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 47.0 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 6.7 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 1.4 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.4 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 34.4 | UG |
| Energy | 2640 | kJ |
| Ash | 2.9 | G |
| Sucrose | 0.31 | G |
| Glucose | 0.10 | G |
| Fructose | 0.07 | G |
| Lactose | 0 | G |
| Maltose | 0 | G |
| Galactose | 0 | G |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.29 | MG |
| Folic acid | 0 | UG |
| Folate, food | 115 | UG |
| Folate, DFE | 115 | UG |
| Choline, total | 25.6 | MG |
| Betaine | 0.40 | MG |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0 | UG |
| Retinol | 0 | UG |
| Carotene, beta | 40.0 | UG |
| Carotene, alpha | 0 | UG |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, IU | 66.0 | IU |
| Lycopene | 0 | UG |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin E, added | 0 | MG |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0 | MG |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0 | MG |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0 | MG |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0 | IU |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0 | UG |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 9.1 | G |
| SFA 4:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 6:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 8:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 10:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 12:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 13:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 14:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 16:0 | 5.3 | G |
| SFA 18:0 | 3.3 | G |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.35 | G |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.07 | G |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.05 | G |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 23.9 | G |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.10 | G |
| MUFA 18:1 | 23.6 | G |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.12 | G |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.07 | G |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.04 | G |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 25.5 | G |
| PUFA 18:2 | 25.2 | G |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.26 | G |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0 | G |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0 | G |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0 | G |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0 | G |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0 | G |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0 | G |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0 | G |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0 | G |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0 | G |
| Stigmasterol | 22.0 | MG |
| Campesterol | 53.0 | MG |
| Beta-sitosterol | 232 | MG |
| Tryptophan | 0.33 | G |
| Threonine | 0.73 | G |
| Isoleucine | 0.75 | G |
| Leucine | 1.5 | G |
| Lysine | 0.65 | G |
| Methionine | 0.88 | G |
| Cystine | 0.44 | G |
| Phenylalanine | 0.94 | G |
| Tyrosine | 0.79 | G |
| Valine | 0.98 | G |
| Arginine | 3.3 | G |
| Histidine | 0.55 | G |
| Alanine | 0.99 | G |
| Aspartic acid | 2.1 | G |
| Glutamic acid | 4.6 | G |
| Glycine | 1.1 | G |
| Proline | 1.0 | G |
| Serine | 1.2 | G |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 | G |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0 | G |
| Caffeine | 0 | MG |
| Theobromine | 0 | MG |
Common Serving Sizes
| Serving | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tsp (2.7g) | 17 | 0.6g | 1.7g | 0.3g |
| tbsp (8g) | 50 | 1.6g | 4.9g | 0.9g |
| cup (150g) | 947 | 30.7g | 91.8g | 17.6g |
Scaled from Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated))'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.
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Nutrient Highlights
- Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) is a excellent source of Magnesium (82% DV) — see top foods ranked by Magnesium
- Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) is a excellent source of Zinc (61% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
- Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) is a excellent source of Protein (41% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
- Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) is a excellent source of Fiber (41% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber
- Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) is a excellent source of Iron (35% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron
Dietary Considerations
Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) is naturally low in sodium at 47mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) provides 6.4mg of iron per 100g, relevant for managing iron deficiency. See the Iron Deficiency & Anemia Guide.
Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) is a meaningful source of folate at 115mcg per 100g, important during pregnancy. See the Pregnancy Nutrition Guide.
Seeds Sesame Seed Kernels (Dried (decorticated)) provides 34mcg of selenium per 100g, a mineral important for thyroid function. See the Thyroid Health Diet Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Magnesium: top 1% (#83 of 8,262)
- Fiber: top 2% (#165 of 8,262)
- Zinc: top 5% (#413 of 8,262)
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Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 169412.
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