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Cumin oil Calories
Aromatic spice-infused oil; energy-dense and carb-free.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Cumin oil (14 g) has 124 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2 mg of Vitamin E covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Cumin oil Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g
124
KCAL / 14G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
14g
· 18% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
Cumin oil nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 124 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 1.96 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Cumin oil?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 14 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4.5 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 10 g | 88 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 28 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 248 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 42 g | 371 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 55 g | 486 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 884 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 110 g | 972 kcal |
Calculated from 884 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cumin oil
How do you use cumin oil in cooking?
Cumin oil is used as a finishing oil or in dressings to add cumin aroma. Stir a little into lentils, soups, roasted vegetables, or yogurt sauces after cooking; adding it gradually helps keep its strong flavor from overpowering the dish.
What does cumin oil taste like?
Cumin oil has a warm, earthy, savory cumin flavor, though the taste varies with the base oil and how it was made. It usually tastes more evenly distributed through food than toasted cumin seeds, so start with a small amount.
How do you make cumin oil at home?
Cumin oil can be made by gently crushing dry cumin seeds and steeping them in a neutral edible oil. Keep homemade infused oil refrigerated in a clean, sealed container, and make a small batch rather than storing it for a long time.
Can you cook or fry with cumin oil?
That depends on the base oil used to make the cumin oil. Unless its label says it is suitable for high heat, use it in dressings or add it to food after cooking; overheating can dull the cumin aroma and may damage the oil.
Is cumin oil the same as black seed oil?
No. Cumin oil is flavored with or made from cumin, while black seed oil comes from Nigella sativa, a different plant with a distinct, sharper taste. They are not interchangeable if a recipe calls for a specific flavor.
What foods go well with cumin oil?
Cumin oil pairs especially well with lentils, chickpeas, soups, roasted vegetables, and savory yogurt sauces. Its earthy flavor also works in grain bowls; add it sparingly so it complements rather than masks the other ingredients.
Can cumin oil replace cumin seeds or ground cumin?
Not measure for measure. Cumin oil distributes aroma through the dish and adds its own carrier oil, while seeds and ground cumin provide the spice directly. Use a small amount of oil and adjust by taste rather than swapping equal quantities.
How should cumin oil be stored?
Store cumin oil tightly closed away from heat and direct light. Refrigerate homemade cumin-infused oil, and discard it if its smell or flavor turns rancid or otherwise unpleasant; follow the package directions for a commercial product.
Can cumin oil be applied to the skin or hair?
Culinary cumin oil is not automatically suitable for skin or hair. Its ingredients and concentration vary, and cumin essential oil is a separate, much more concentrated product that can irritate skin if used undiluted.
Can you drink cumin oil for digestion?
Cumin oil is a cooking ingredient, not an established treatment for digestive problems. Use edible infused oil in food rather than drinking it by the spoonful, and do not ingest cumin essential oil, which is much more concentrated.
Cumin oil Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.96mg · 13% DV
Vitamin K
8.4µg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
Cumin oil Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cumin oil
To burn the 124 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 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.
What is Cumin oil?
Cumin oil is a cooking oil infused with cumin’s warm, earthy aroma; it is different from the concentrated essential oil made from cumin seeds. You can make an infused version at home by gently warming oil with cumin and straining it once fragrant.
Cumin is widely used in South Asian, Middle Eastern and North African cooking, and the oil can bring a similar savoury note to lentils, roasted vegetables, soups or grilled meats. A little goes a long way: it is entirely fat and energy-dense, with no carbohydrates. Drizzle it over a finished dish or use it to start a stew; for a lighter meal, replace only part of the usual cooking oil rather than adding it on top.
How Nutritious Is Cumin oil?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
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.
Is Cumin oil Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
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.
Does Cumin oil Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Cumin oil Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cumin oil Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.47g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.1:1).
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