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Rich in protein and healthy fats, source of minerals and vitamins
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Abaq seeds (12 g) has 68 calories. That works out to 570 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 4.2 mg of Vitamin E covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 12 g
68
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 15% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 68 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4 g | 23 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 24 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 25 g | 143 kcal |
| 30 g | 30 g | 171 kcal |
| 50 g | 50 g | 285 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 570 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 140 g | 798 kcal |
Calculated from 570 calories per 100 g.
Abaq seeds are sold under that name, but the name alone does not identify the plant species reliably. Look for a botanical name on the product information or ask the seller before relying on species-specific cooking or safety advice.
Eat Abaq seeds only when they are clearly sold as food and their identity is known. If the product is food-grade, try them plain first, or add shelled seeds to cereal or yogurt; do not eat unidentified wild seeds.
Yes, if your Abaq seeds are identified as edible, you can dry-roast them in a pan over low to medium heat, stirring often. Stop when they smell toasted; discard any that scorch or develop an unpleasant odor.
Whether Abaq seeds have an edible shell depends on the plant and product, which the name alone does not establish. Remove the shell unless the packaging specifically says it is meant to be eaten.
There is no reliable taste description that applies to every product called Abaq seeds, because the name does not confirm the species. If the seeds are food-grade, taste a small amount plain before adding them to a dish.
Food-grade Abaq seeds can be added to a salad or blended drink if the product is intended to be eaten whole. Use shelled seeds where appropriate, and do not blend seeds of uncertain identity into food.
Keep opened Abaq seeds in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, dark place, away from the stove. Limiting exposure to air, moisture, and heat helps prevent the fats in seeds from becoming rancid.
Yes, edible Abaq seeds can be frozen in an airtight, moisture-resistant container. Take out only what you need, and avoid repeatedly warming and refreezing the remaining seeds, which can introduce condensation.
Discard Abaq seeds if they smell sour, stale, paint-like, or otherwise unpleasant, or if you see mold or moisture damage. Do not taste questionable seeds to check them; an unusual odor is reason enough to throw them away.
There is no established daily amount specific to Abaq seeds, and the name does not identify the species. If you have a clearly labeled edible product, keep to its serving guidance and avoid making it a daily food until its identity is clear.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
4.2mg · 28% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
0.54mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
44mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Sodium
0.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 68 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (12 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Abaq seeds are the edible seeds sold under this name, but reliable information tying them to a particular plant or regional cuisine is limited. It is best not to assign them a specific culinary origin. Like other edible seeds, they can be eaten on their own or added to dishes for texture.
There is no well-established serving tradition to point to; try them over porridge or yoghurt at breakfast, or scattered through salads and soups. They are rich in protein and fat and therefore energy-dense, with 570 kcal per 100 g. A tablespoon-sized portion is about 12 g, which makes a practical topping when you want a smaller serving. Their mild seed-like role also pairs easily with fruit or yoghurt.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.