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Oil-rich, fiber-containing seed
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (whole) of Meten seed (10 g) has 56 calories. That works out to 560 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 4.4 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (whole) · 10 g
56
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.4g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 16% · Protein 13% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 56 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.55 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
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 (whole) | 10 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 4 g | 22 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 20 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 28 g | 157 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 168 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (whole) | 35 g | 196 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 70 g | 392 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 560 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 140 g | 784 kcal |
Calculated from 560 calories per 100 g.
Meten seed is not a widely standardized botanical name, so it may refer to different products. Confirm the plant’s scientific name and that it is sold as food before eating it; a familiar-sounding product name alone does not establish that it is edible.
Use Meten seed in cooking only after its identity and edibility are confirmed. If it is a food-grade seed, you can try adding it to cereal, yogurt, salads, or baked goods; the best method depends on the specific plant.
Do not eat Meten seed raw unless you have confirmed exactly which plant it comes from and that its seeds are safe to eat. Raw seeds are not automatically edible, and roasting or soaking does not make an unidentified seed safe.
There is no general soaking rule for Meten seed because the name does not identify one clearly established seed. Follow preparation guidance for the confirmed plant species; soaking an unknown seed does not verify its safety.
A confirmed edible Meten seed can generally be dry-roasted if its species-specific preparation guidance allows it. Use low heat and stir frequently so it does not burn; roasting changes flavor but should not be treated as a way to make an unknown seed safe.
You can grind Meten seed only if the product is confirmed to be an edible seed. Grinding can help blend it into food, but oily seeds may turn rancid more quickly once ground, so prepare what you need and keep the rest sealed and cool.
Use Meten seed in a smoothie only when its botanical identity and food safety are clear. For a confirmed edible seed, blending it with fruit or yogurt is one option; adding an unidentified seed to a drink does not reduce the risk.
Store food-grade Meten seed in a sealed container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Discard it if you notice moisture, mold, an unusual smell, or a marked change in appearance.
There is no dependable substitute until you know what plant Meten seed refers to and what role it plays in the recipe. Once identified, choose a seed with a similar texture or flavor; sesame, flax, or pumpkin seeds are not automatic equivalents.
It may cause digestive discomfort if a large amount of an edible seed is eaten, and any seed can trigger an allergy in susceptible people. Because Meten seed is not a clearly standardized name, do not consume an unidentified product to test your reaction.
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.65mg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B3
0.45mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
32mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
52mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
61mg · 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 56 calories in 1 tablespoon (whole) (10 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.
Meten seed is a seed sold under that name; reliable information about its botanical origin or a well-established traditional use is limited. It is best not to assign it to a particular cuisine or claim a customary recipe. Like many seeds, it can be used whole, lightly toasted or ground, and added to foods such as salads, yoghurt, porridge or bread dough.
It is oil-rich and provides fibre: per 100 g, it contains 44 g of fat and 11 g of fibre. A modest portion is a practical way to try its flavour and texture before using more. Stir it into breakfast porridge or yoghurt, or sprinkle it over soup and salads for a little crunch.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.85g
Omega 6:3 ratio 60:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (60:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.