VeganSpices & Condiments

Cumin Seeds

Nutrition Facts Per 100g

Also known as: JEERA

Cumin Seeds is a foundational ingredient in Indian cooking, used in small quantities but contributing meaningful micronutrients and bioactive compounds. While typically consumed in amounts of 1-5g per serving, its nutrient density per 100g is noteworthy. Per 100g, it offers Iron (approximately 449% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Calcium (approximately 108% of a typical adult's daily needs). Here are the full nutrition details.

Nutrition Summary

399kcalCalories

16.0gProtein

36.6gCarbs

23.8gFat

11.9gFiber

Protein 16% Carbs 37% Fat 54%

Micronutrients

High in:IronCalciumPotassiumThiamin (B1)Magnesium

Calcium1080 mg(108%)

Iron58.3 mg(449%)

Zinc4.8 mg(50%)

Potassium2100 mg(70%)

Sodium160 mg(32%)

Magnesium180 mg(51%)

Phosphorus250 mg(36%)

Thiamin (B1)0.7 mg(63%)

Riboflavin (B2)0.4 mg(33%)

Niacin (B3)3.1 mg(21%)

Vitamin C0 mg(0%)

Carotenoids0 µg(0%)

β-Carotene0 µg(0%)

Vitamin A0 µg(0%)

Folate (B9)30.0 µg(8%)

Vitamin B60.3 mg(23%)

Vitamin B120 µg(0%)

Vitamin D0 µg(0%)

Vitamin E1.0 mg(7%)

Fat Breakdown4

MUFA13.9 g

93%

PUFA3.1 g

52%

Omega-30.3 g

22%

Omega-62.8 g

19%

Limit These2

Saturated Fat1.4 g

Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 tsp2g

8 kcal0.3g protein

1 tbsp6g

24 kcal1.0g protein

100 g100g

399 kcal16.0g protein

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Cumin Seeds?

Cumin Seeds contains 399 kcal per 100g. A typical serving (1 tsp) contains approximately 8 kcal.

How much protein is in Cumin Seeds?

Cumin Seeds provides 16.0g of protein per 100g, which is approximately 32% of an average adult's daily protein needs based on Indian RDA guidelines.

Is Cumin Seeds good for weight loss?

Cumin Seeds provides 399 kcal per 100g. While nutritious, portion control is important if weight loss is a goal. A dietitian can help create a balanced plan.

Is Cumin Seeds vegan?

Yes, Cumin Seeds is vegan — it contains no animal-derived ingredients.

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About this data

These nutrition facts come from mealPlan.fit, practice-management software for dietitians and nutritionists in India. Values are based on the Indian Food Composition Tables (IFCT) and compared against ICMR 2020 RDAs. Dietitians use mealPlan.fit to analyse Indian meals on this same ingredient data, draft weekly meal plans with AI, and share plans with clients on WhatsApp.

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