Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried)
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A 100g serving covers 454% of the daily recommended Copper, making Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Both protein (17.7g) and fat (49.7g) are substantial, making Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. At 573 calories per 100g, Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) is highly concentrated in energy, typical of foods rich in fats or sugars. With only 11mg of sodium, Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) is naturally very low in sodium and suitable for sodium-restricted diets. Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) provides 11.8g of dietary fiber per 100g (42% DV), contributing meaningfully toward the recommended 28g daily target. Nutritionally broad, Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) delivers meaningful amounts of 17 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein12%17.7 g
- Fat73%49.7 g
- Carbs15%23.4 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 4.7 | G |
| Energy | 573 | KCAL |
| Protein | 17.7 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 49.7 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 23.4 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 11.8 | G |
| Total Sugars | 0.30 | G |
| Cholesterol | 0 | MG |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 | MG |
| Thiamin | 0.79 | MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.25 | MG |
| Niacin | 4.5 | MG |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.79 | MG |
| Folate, total | 97.0 | UG |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.25 | MG |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 | UG |
| Calcium, Ca | 975 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 14.6 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 351 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 629 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 468 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 11.0 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 7.8 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 4.1 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 2.5 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 34.4 | UG |
| Energy | 2397 | kJ |
| Ash | 4.5 | G |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.05 | MG |
| Folic acid | 0 | UG |
| Folate, food | 97.0 | UG |
| Folate, DFE | 97.0 | UG |
| Choline, total | 25.6 | MG |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0 | UG |
| Retinol | 0 | UG |
| Carotene, beta | 5.0 | UG |
| Carotene, alpha | 0 | UG |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, IU | 9.0 | IU |
| Lycopene | 0 | UG |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin E, added | 0 | MG |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0 | IU |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 7.0 | 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 14:0 | 0.12 | G |
| SFA 16:0 | 4.4 | G |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.1 | G |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 18.8 | G |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.15 | G |
| MUFA 18:1 | 18.5 | G |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.07 | G |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0 | G |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 21.8 | G |
| PUFA 18:2 | 21.4 | G |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.38 | G |
| PUFA 18:4 | 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 |
| Phytosterols | 714 | MG |
| Tryptophan | 0.39 | G |
| Threonine | 0.74 | G |
| Isoleucine | 0.76 | G |
| Leucine | 1.4 | G |
| Lysine | 0.57 | G |
| Methionine | 0.59 | G |
| Cystine | 0.36 | G |
| Phenylalanine | 0.94 | G |
| Tyrosine | 0.74 | G |
| Valine | 0.99 | G |
| Arginine | 2.6 | G |
| Histidine | 0.52 | G |
| Alanine | 0.93 | G |
| Aspartic acid | 1.6 | G |
| Glutamic acid | 4.0 | G |
| Glycine | 1.2 | G |
| Proline | 0.81 | G |
| Serine | 0.97 | G |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0 | G |
| Caffeine | 0 | MG |
| Theobromine | 0 | MG |
Common Serving Sizes
| Serving | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tbsp (9g) | 52 | 1.6g | 4.5g | 2.1g |
| cup (144g) | 825 | 25.5g | 71.5g | 33.8g |
Scaled from Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried)'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.
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Nutrient Highlights
- Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) is a excellent source of Magnesium (84% DV) — see top foods ranked by Magnesium
- Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) is a excellent source of Iron (81% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron
- Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) is a excellent source of Calcium (75% DV) — see top foods ranked by Calcium
- Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) is a excellent source of Zinc (70% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
- Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) is a excellent source of Fiber (42% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber
Dietary Considerations
With 468mg of potassium per 100g, individuals on a renal diet should moderate their intake of Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried). See the Kidney Disease & Low-Potassium Diet guide for more.
Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) is naturally low in sodium at 11mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) provides 14.6mg of iron per 100g, relevant for managing iron deficiency. See the Iron Deficiency & Anemia Guide.
Seeds Sesame Seeds Whole (Dried) provides 34mcg of selenium per 100g, a mineral important for thyroid function. See the Thyroid Health Diet Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Calcium: top 1% (#83 of 8,262)
- Magnesium: top 1% (#83 of 8,262)
- Fiber: top 2% (#165 of 8,262)
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Data Source
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 170150.
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