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Ground seed form with notable fiber and minerals
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (grated) of Ground oleaster seed (10 g) has 43 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.9 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (grated) · 10 g
43
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
4.9g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 11% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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 (grated) | 10 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (grated) | 4 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 15 g | 65 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (grated) | 28 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 215 kcal |
| ½ cup (grated) | 56 g | 241 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Ground oleaster seed is used as a fiber-rich addition to foods such as porridge, yogurt, smoothies, and baked goods. It is not the same as powder made from the fruit’s flesh, so check the ingredient list when buying it.
Yes, ground oleaster seed can be eaten without cooking; stir it into a moist food or drink rather than swallowing a dry spoonful. There is no need to cook it for ordinary use, though you can also add it to baked recipes.
Its fiber may help support regular bowel movements, but ground oleaster seed is not a proven constipation treatment. Increase fiber gradually and drink enough fluids; a sudden large serving may cause gas or abdominal discomfort.
No, ground oleaster seed is not a direct one-for-one flour substitute. It does not behave like wheat flour in dough, so try a small amount alongside the recipe’s usual flour and adjust the liquid if the mixture becomes too thick.
Ground oleaster seed comes from the hard inner seed, while oleaster fruit powder is made from the fruit’s flesh. Products may use similar names, so look for “seed” in the ingredient description if you specifically want the seed product.
Ground oleaster seed has a mild, earthy, nut-like flavor that can taste slightly bitter. Mixing it into oatmeal, yogurt, or a smoothie usually makes the flavor less noticeable than eating the powder by itself.
There is no well-established daily dose for ground oleaster seed. A typical serving is about one level tablespoon, or 10 grams; start with less if you are not used to high-fiber foods and see how your digestion responds.
No reliable clinical evidence shows that ground oleaster seed treats a cough. Oleaster products may be used traditionally, but they should not replace appropriate care, especially when a cough is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other concerning symptoms.
Store ground oleaster seed in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Because ground seeds can lose freshness, discard it if its smell or taste turns stale or unpleasant.
Yes, eating a large amount of ground oleaster seed may cause gas or stomach discomfort because it is high in fiber. Increase your intake gradually; if you are pregnant, have kidney disease, or take regular medication, ask a clinician before using it regularly.
Vitamins
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.19mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
19mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
51mg · 2% DV
Sodium
0.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 43 calories in 1 tablespoon (grated) (10 g):
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Ground oleaster seed is made by drying and grinding the hard seeds of the oleaster fruit, a small fruit grown across parts of western and central Asia. The fruit is familiar in Turkey, while the ground seed is a less everyday ingredient, used in powder form rather than eaten whole.
Its flavour is gently earthy and nutty, and it can give foods a slightly grainy texture. Stir a little into yoghurt, porridge or a smoothie, or add it to dough; these are easy ways to use it in an English-speaking kitchen. It is particularly high in fibre and also provides protein and fat. Start with a small spoonful, around 10 g, and adjust to taste.
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.
Medium
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 2
Minimally 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.
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
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.71g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 32:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (32:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.