Sesame Seeds
Sesame Seeds are a type of seed commonly used in breads, candies, dressings, marinades, and much more!
The flavor profile for sesame seeds can be described as earthy and woody.
Sesame Seeds contain over 16+ nutrients including 7 vitamins and 9 minerals. Sesame Seeds are also low in sodium and trans fat free.
Vegan
Vegetarian
Paleo
Gluten Free
Uses For Sesame Seeds
There are 11 uses for sesame seeds. Find your use and start enjoying this tasty food today!
- Breads.
- Candies.
- Dressings, Marinades.
- Grain Dishes.
- Herb Blends, Rubs.
- Pastas.
- Salads.
- Sauces.
- Slices, Bars.
- Snack.
- Stir-fries.
Tips
Great ideas for purchasing, storing, and consuming sesame seeds.
- Due to their extremely high oil content, sesame seeds – mostly the hulled ones – are prone to rancidity so be sure to store in a dark cool area, preferably the freezer.
- Sesame seeds are a great addition to baked items, such as bread, cookies, or muffins.
- Try experimenting with the use of sesame seeds in your food and add them to your smoothies or shakes for a nutty flavor.
- These seeds are also widely used as a salad dressing when mixed with rice vinegar and soy sauce.
- Top your stir fries with sesame seeds for added nutrition and flavor.
Popular Varieties
Popular varieties of sesame seeds include: white sesame seeds, unhulled sesame seeds, hulled sesame seeds, and black sesame seeds.
Nutrition
Checkout the facts and figures to see how wealthy sesame seeds are.
Nutrition Facts
1 Serving
Serving size
Sesame Seeds - Dried
100 Grams
100 Grams
Amount per serving
Calories
per serving
573
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 50g
52%
Saturated Fat 7g
32%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 11mg
0%
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Carbohydrate 23g
18%
Dietary Fiber 12g
42%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 18g
39%
Copper 453%
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Manganese 137%
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Magnesium 113%
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Calcium 98%
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Zinc 97%
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Phosphorous 90%
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Iron 81%
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Thiamin 72%
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Selenium 63%
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Vitamin B6 61%
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Niacin 32%
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Folate 24%
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Riboflavin 23%
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Potassium 10%
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Choline 6%
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Vitamin E 2%
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Pantothenic Acid 1%
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* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Highlights
- Rich in heart healthy fats.
- High in fiber.
- Packed with protein.
- Low in sodium.
- Excellent source of 14 micronutrients.