Calories in Sesame seeds
Sesame seeds contains 573 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 tbsp (9 g) — carries about 52 kcal.
Tiny but concentrated — and one of the most calcium-rich plant foods.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 tbsp (9 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 573 kcal | 52 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g | 1.6 g |
| Fat | 50 g | 4.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 23 g | 2.1 g |
| Fibre | 12 g | 1.1 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~13 minutes
~5 minutes
Approximate, for a ~52 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in sesame seeds?
Sesame seeds contains 573 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 tbsp (9 g) — carries about 52 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does sesame seeds have?
Per 100 g: 18 g protein, 50 g fat and 23 g carbohydrates, of which 12 g fibre. That makes sesame seeds a good protein source.
Is sesame seeds suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 573 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (1 tbsp (9 g)) is ~52 kcal. Tiny but concentrated — and one of the most calcium-rich plant foods.
How much does one serving of sesame seeds weigh?
The typical serving is 1 tbsp (9 g) — about 9 g, which equals ~52 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of sesame seeds?
Roughly 13 minutes of brisk walking or 5 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.