Nuts & Seeds
Calories in Sesame seeds
Sesame seeds has 573 calories per 100g — that’s 52 calories in a typical serving (1 tbsp · 9 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving1 tbsp · 9 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 573 kcal | 52 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g | 1.6 g |
| Carbs | 23 g | 2.1 g |
| Fat | 50 g | 4.5 g |
| Fiber | 12 g | 1.1 g |
| Sugar | 0.3 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 1 mg |
Common kitchen measures
| Measure | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | ≈ 144 g | 825 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon | ≈ 9 g | 52 kcal |
Gram weights from USDA FoodData Central — reference values, not exact measurements.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many calories are in Sesame seeds?
- Sesame seeds has 52 calories per 1 tbsp (9 g).
- How many calories are in 100g of Sesame seeds?
- 100g of Sesame seeds has 573 calories, 18g protein, 23g carbs and 50g fat.
- How much protein is in Sesame seeds?
- Sesame seeds has 1.6g of protein per 1 tbsp (9 g).
- How many calories are in 1 cup of Sesame seeds?
- 1 cup of Sesame seeds (≈ 144 g) has about 825 kcal.
Values are typical reference figures and vary with brand, preparation, and portion. This is general information, not medical or dietary advice.