1 tablespoon (medium) of Mixed black and white seeds (10 g) has 54 calories. That works out to 540 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.3 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Mixed black and white seeds Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 10 g

KCAL / 10G

Carbs

2.3g

· 1% DV

Protein

1.9g

· 4% DV

Fat

4.3g

· 6% DV

Fiber

1.2g

· 4% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 17% · Protein 14% · Fat 69%

Mixed black and white seeds nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g)

Nutrient	Amount	% DV
Calories	54 kcal
Total fat	4.3 g	6%
Saturated fat	0.68 g	3%
Trans fat	0 g
Sodium	2 mg	0%
Total carbohydrate	2.3 g	1%
Fiber	1.2 g	4%
Protein	1.9 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Mixed black and white seeds?

Serving	Amount	Calories
1 tablespoon (medium)	10 g	54 kcal
1 g	1 g	5 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)	3 g	16 kcal
1 serving (medium)	15 g	81 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)	20 g	108 kcal
1 ounce (medium)	28 g	151 kcal
1 pack (medium)	50 g	270 kcal
100 g	100 g	540 kcal
1 cup (whole)	130 g	702 kcal

Calculated from 540 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mixed black and white seeds

What are mixed black and white seeds made of?

Mixed black and white seeds often combine nigella seeds with white sesame, but the blend can vary by product. Check the ingredient list: black seeds may be black sesame or another seed rather than nigella.

How do you use mixed black and white seeds?

Sprinkle mixed black and white seeds over salads, soups, vegetables, or yogurt, or add them to savory doughs. Their sesame and nigella flavors work especially well as a finishing touch on breads and roasted vegetables.

Can you eat mixed black and white seeds raw?

Yes, mixed black and white seeds can be eaten raw. Sprinkle them straight onto food, or stir them into a dressing or dip; toasting is optional and simply brings out a more pronounced aroma.

Should you toast mixed black and white seeds before using them?

Toasting mixed black and white seeds is optional, but it deepens their aroma. Warm them briefly in a dry pan over low to medium heat, stirring often, and remove them as soon as they smell fragrant to avoid bitterness.

Are the black seeds in mixed black and white seeds nigella or black sesame?

They are often nigella, especially in blends paired with white sesame, but some products use black sesame. Nigella seeds are typically angular and strongly aromatic; check the ingredient list to identify the seeds in your particular blend.

Can you put mixed black and white seeds on bread?

Yes, mixed black and white seeds make a good bread topping. Sprinkle them over shaped dough before baking, pressing lightly so they stick; you can also knead them into the dough for seeds throughout the loaf.

Can you add mixed black and white seeds to bagels or rolls?

Yes, mixed black and white seeds can top bagels, rolls, and savory buns. Brush the shaped dough with water or egg wash first so the seeds adhere, then bake according to the recipe.

Can you grind mixed black and white seeds?

Yes, you can grind mixed black and white seeds when a recipe calls for a finer texture or stronger flavor. Grind only what you need, since their oils can make the mixture clump or turn into a paste.

Can mixed black and white seeds replace nigella seeds?

They can replace nigella in some toppings, but the result will taste different because the blend also contains sesame. For a recipe that relies on nigella’s distinct flavor, use nigella on its own.

How should you store mixed black and white seeds?

Keep mixed black and white seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark cupboard, away from heat and sunlight. Their oils can become stale over time; discard the blend if it develops a bitter or rancid smell.

Mixed black and white seeds Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.09mg · 8% DV

Biotin

1.6µg · 5% DV

0.08mg · 5% DV

0.51mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.17mg · 19% DV

Manganese

0.22mg · 10% DV

Phosphorus

65mg · 9% DV

Calcium

90mg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

47mg · 1% DV

Sodium

2mg · 0% DV

Mixed black and white seeds Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.8

Low

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

How to Burn Off Mixed black and white seeds

To burn the 54 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g):

🚶

13min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

6min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

7min

Cycling

🏊

6min

Swimming

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

What is Mixed black and white seeds?

Mixed black and white seeds are a blend of small seeds, often including nigella and sesame. They are used whole as a topping or stirred into other foods, rather than usually eaten as a dish on their own.

Across the Middle East and Mediterranean, and in many kitchens elsewhere, you’ll find them scattered over breads, salads and yoghurt, or added to grain dishes. Light toasting brings out their aroma: sesame is nutty, while nigella has a more savoury, herbal edge. The mix is rich in fats and fibre and provides concentrated energy. Sprinkle a little over soup, eggs or roasted vegetables for texture and flavour; if you’re watching the richness of a meal, use it in place of an oily dressing or extra seeds.

How Nutritious Is Mixed black and white seeds?

Nutrient density

High

78/ 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

58/ 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.

Is Mixed black and white 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 Mixed black and white seeds Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Mixed black and white 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

Mixed black and white seeds Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.68g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.57g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.08g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 17.1:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (17.1:1).

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· Last updated: September 27, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mixed black and white seeds

What are mixed black and white seeds made of?

How do you use mixed black and white seeds?

Can you eat mixed black and white seeds raw?

Should you toast mixed black and white seeds before using them?

Are the black seeds in mixed black and white seeds nigella or black sesame?

Can you put mixed black and white seeds on bread?

Can you add mixed black and white seeds to bagels or rolls?

Can you grind mixed black and white seeds?

Can mixed black and white seeds replace nigella seeds?

How should you store mixed black and white seeds?

Mixed black and white seeds Vitamins & Minerals

Mixed black and white seeds Glycemic Index

How to Burn Off Mixed black and white seeds

What is Mixed black and white seeds?

How Nutritious Is Mixed black and white seeds?

Nutrient density

Satiety score

Is Mixed black and white seeds Processed?

Does Mixed black and white seeds Contain Allergens?

Which Diets Is Mixed black and white seeds Good For?

Mixed black and white seeds Fat Profile

Compare Mixed black and white seeds

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Mixed black and white seeds nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g)