Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Black seed powder Calories
Contains fiber and healthy fats
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (grated) of Black seed powder (3 g) has 11 calories. That works out to 375 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 2 mg of Iron covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Black seed powder Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (grated) · 3 g
11
KCAL / 3G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 17% · Fat 39%
Black seed powder nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (grated) (3 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 11 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.08 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 5.04 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 1 Teaspoon of Grated Black seed powder?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (grated) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 5 g | 19 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (double) | 6 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 9 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 10 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 15 g | 56 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 18 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 28 g | 105 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 375 kcal |
| 1 cup (grated) | 110 g | 413 kcal |
Calculated from 375 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Black seed powder
What is black seed powder used for?
Black seed powder is used as a seasoning and traditional food ingredient, not as a proven treatment for disease. Its peppery, slightly bitter flavor works in savory dishes, and it can be stirred into yogurt, sauces, or dough.
How do you use black seed powder?
Add black seed powder to yogurt, soups, salad dressings, curries, or bread dough. Start with a small pinch because its flavor can be strong, then adjust to taste. It blends easily into moist foods because the seeds are already ground.
How much black seed powder should you take per day?
There is no universally established daily dose of black seed powder. Use it in modest amounts as a spice; the listed typical serving is about one level teaspoon, or 3 grams.
Can black seed powder help with weight loss?
Black seed powder does not cause weight loss on its own. It can add flavor to meals, but no single spice reliably produces fat loss; overall eating habits and activity matter more.
Is black seed powder the same as black seed oil?
No. Black seed powder is made from ground seeds, while black seed oil is extracted from them. The powder retains the seed’s fiber, whereas the oil does not contain the seed’s fibrous material.
What does black seed powder taste like?
Black seed powder has a bold, earthy, peppery taste with a mildly bitter edge. It is more convenient to mix into sauces and dough than whole seeds, but too much can overpower a dish.
Can black seed powder lower blood sugar?
Black seed powder is not a substitute for diabetes treatment, and it should not be relied on to control blood sugar. If you have diabetes or take glucose-lowering medication, ask your healthcare professional before using it regularly or in large amounts.
How should you store black seed powder?
Keep black seed powder in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place away from light. Use a dry spoon, since moisture can encourage clumping or spoilage, and discard it if it develops mold or a rancid smell.
Can you cook with black seed powder?
Yes, black seed powder can season soups, vegetables, curries, and baked goods. Add it near the end of cooking when possible to preserve its aroma, or mix it into dough before baking for an even flavor.
Is black seed powder safe during pregnancy?
Black seed powder used as a small culinary seasoning is different from taking concentrated amounts or supplements. Because safety data for medicinal doses in pregnancy are limited, ask your maternity care professional before using it beyond normal food amounts.
Black seed powder Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.14mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Iron
1.99mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Calcium
28mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Sodium
5.04mg · 0% DV
Black seed powder Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Black seed powder
To burn the 11 calories in 1 teaspoon (grated) (3 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Black seed powder?
Black seed powder is made by grinding the small, dark seeds of Nigella sativa, a spice used across Middle Eastern, North African and South Asian cooking. Whole seeds are familiar on breads and pastries; the ground form is easy to stir into sauces, soups or seasoning blends.
Its flavour is earthy, peppery and slightly bitter, so a little can make a dish stand out. Try it in yoghurt dips, sprinkle it over flatbread, or add it to lentils and roasted vegetables. Black seed powder contains fibre and fats, and works well in plant-based meals; start with a small pinch and adjust to taste, especially when pairing it with other assertive spices.
How Nutritious Is Black seed powder?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Black seed powder Processed?
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.
Does Black seed powder Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Black seed powder 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
Black seed powder Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
Compare Black seed powder
Foods Similar to Black seed powder
Have another question about Black seed powder?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.