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Rich in minerals and healthy fats, antioxidant-rich
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Sesame and Black Seed Mix (10 g) has 57 calories. That works out to 570 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.9 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 10 g
57
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
1.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.9g
· 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 13% · Protein 12% · Fat 75%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 57 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.75 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2 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 (medium) | 10 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 5 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 15 g | 86 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 20 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 90 g | 513 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 570 kcal |
Calculated from 570 calories per 100 g.
Sesame and Black Seed Mix is used as a crunchy, aromatic topping for breads, flatbreads, salads, and savory dishes. Sesame tastes nutty, while black seed has a sharper, slightly peppery flavor.
Sesame and Black Seed Mix provides minerals, unsaturated fats, and antioxidant compounds. It can add flavor and nutrients to meals, but it is not a proven treatment or cure for any health condition.
No, the black seed in Sesame and Black Seed Mix is not black sesame. Black seed usually means Nigella sativa, a small, pungent seed; black sesame is a sesame variety with a nuttier flavor.
Yes, Sesame and Black Seed Mix can be eaten raw. Sprinkle it over salads, dips, or yogurt for crunch, or toast it briefly first if you prefer a deeper, nuttier aroma.
Yes, Sesame and Black Seed Mix works well on bread and rolls. Press it onto the dough before baking so it sticks; adding it near the end of cooking helps preserve more of its toasted aroma.
No, grinding Sesame and Black Seed Mix is not necessary. Whole seeds add crunch, while freshly ground seeds blend more easily into sauces or dips; store ground portions briefly because their oils are exposed to air.
Keep Sesame and Black Seed Mix in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, dark place. Its natural oils can turn rancid over time, so discard it if it develops a stale or bitter smell.
No, Sesame and Black Seed Mix is not necessarily the same as everything bagel seasoning. The bagel blend typically includes other ingredients, such as dried garlic, onion, or salt, while this mix centers on sesame and black seed.
No, Sesame and Black Seed Mix is not a direct substitute for black seed oil. It contains whole sesame and Nigella seeds, whereas the oil is extracted from black seeds and has a different concentration and use.
Sesame and Black Seed Mix does not cause weight loss by itself. Its fiber and fats can make meals more satisfying, but generous additions also increase the energy content of a dish, so keep portions moderate.
Vitamins
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
B3
0.52mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.27mg · 12% DV
Calcium
95mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
47mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 57 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (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.
Sesame and black seed mix combines nutty sesame seeds with the small, aromatic seeds of Nigella sativa, also called nigella or kalonji. It is commonly used as a topping for breads and savoury baked goods, and can also be stirred into other everyday dishes.
Toasting brings out sesame’s warm, nut-like flavour, while black seed adds a slightly peppery, herbal note. Sprinkle the mix over flatbreads, crackers, salads, roasted vegetables or yoghurt; it also works well with eggs and soft cheese. It is energy-dense, with plenty of fats, alongside fibre and plant protein. A little goes a long way, so use a light scattering when you want flavour and crunch without making a dish too rich.
Very 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.
Contains these 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
0.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.85g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.