Spices (cumin seed) nutrition facts
Cuminum cyminum
100 grams of spices, cumin seed contain 375 calories, 18 g of protein, 44 g of carbohydrates and 22 g of fat. It is an excellent source of iron (369% DV), manganese (145% DV), copper (96% DV) and magnesium (87% DV). It is high in fiber.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Calorie breakdown
Values shown for 100 g.
Rich in
- Iron369%
- Manganese145%
- Copper96%
- Magnesium87%
- Calcium72%
- Thiamin (B1)52%
% Daily Value per 100 g
Full nutrient profile
Amounts per 100 g. Change the serving size in the label above.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 64 µg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 7.7 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 3.33 mg | 22% |
| Vitamin K | 5.4 µg | 5% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.63 mg | 52% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.33 mg | 25% |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.58 mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.44 mg | 26% |
| Folate | 10 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Choline | 24.7 mg | 4% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 931 mg | 72% |
| Iron | 66.4 mg | 369% |
| Potassium | 1790 mg | 38% |
| Magnesium | 366 mg | 87% |
| Phosphorus | 499 mg | 40% |
| Zinc | 4.8 mg | 44% |
| Copper | 0.87 mg | 96% |
| Manganese | 3.33 mg | 145% |
| Selenium | 5.2 µg | 9% |
Fats
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 1.54 g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 14 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.28 g | - |
Other
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 8.06 g | - |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | - |
| Alcohol | 0 g | - |
How it compares to other spices and herbs
| Per 100 g | Spices (cumin seed) | Category average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 375 | 249 | +50% |
| Protein | 17.8 g | 10.1 g | +77% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 44 g | +1% |
| Total fat | 22.3 g | 8.37 g | +167% |
| Dietary fiber | 10.5 g | 19.3 g | -46% |
| Total sugars | 2.25 g | 4.42 g | -49% |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 1237 mg | -86% |
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 170923. Daily Values are based on FDA reference amounts for a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrient content can vary by variety, growing conditions and preparation.