1 tablespoon (medium) of Cumin Seeds (6 g) has 23 calories. That works out to 375 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.7 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 1.3 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 4 mg of Iron covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Cumin Seeds Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

375

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

44.2g

· 16% DV

Protein

17.8g

· 36% DV

Fat

22.3g

· 29% DV

Fiber

10.5g

· 38% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 16% · Fat 45%

Cumin Seeds Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.63mg · 53% DV

4.58mg · 29% DV

0.44mg · 26% DV

0.33mg · 25% DV

Minerals

Iron

66mg · 367% DV

Manganese

3mg · 130% DV

Copper

1mg · 111% DV

Calcium

931mg · 93% DV

How Nutritious Is Cumin Seeds?

Nutrient density

Very high

85/ 100

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

Medium

59/ 100

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.

Cumin Seeds Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Cumin Seeds

To burn the 375 calories in 100 g:

🚶

93min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

38min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

51min

Cycling

🏊

44min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Cumin Seeds Processed?

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.

Does Cumin Seeds Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Cumin Seeds 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 Seeds Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.53g

MONOUNSATURATED

14.04g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.3g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 16.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (16.7:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cumin Seeds

How many calories and how much protein are in cumin seeds?

Cumin seeds provide 375 calories and 17.8 g of protein per 100 g. The same amount contains 44.2 g carbohydrates, 22.3 g fat, and 10.5 g fiber.

Are cumin seeds keto-friendly and low glycemic?

Cumin seeds are compatible with keto, vegan, vegetarian, paleo, Mediterranean, and gluten-free diets. Their glycemic index is 5, which is considered very low.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026