Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds are imported to the UK for year-round availability, as they require tropical or subtropical climates to grow. These tiny seeds are an exceptional source of calcium, magnesium, and healthy fats. They support bone health and provide essential antioxidants, making them a nutritious pantry staple in any season.
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Category
Nuts & Seeds
all_inclusive
Availability
Year round
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MW Reference
1
✦
Reference Data
McCance & Widdowson 2021
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Sesame seeds · 14-844 · GA
10 samples, with and without hulls
Energy & Proximates
Energy
598.00
kcal
Energy
2470.00
kJ
Water
4.60
g
Protein
18.20
g
Fat
58.00
g
Carbohydrates
0.90
g
of which sugars
0.40
g
of which starch
0.50
g
Fibre (AOAC)
—
g
Fibre (NSP)
7.90
g
Alcohol
—
g
Fat Breakdown
Total fat
58.00
g
Saturated
10.48
g
Monounsaturated
22.07
g
Polyunsaturated
25.50
g
Trans
—
g
Omega-3
0.150
g
Omega-6
25.350
g
Cholesterol
—
mg
Minerals
Sodium
20.00
mg
Potassium
570.00
mg
Calcium
670.00
mg
Magnesium
370.00
mg
Phosphorus
720.00
mg
Iron
10.400
mg
Copper
1.460
mg
Zinc
5.300
mg
Selenium
—
µg
Iodine
—
µg
Vitamins
Vitamin A
1.00
µg
Vitamin D
—
µg
Vitamin E
2.530
mg
Vitamin C
—
mg
Thiamin (B1)
0.930
mg
Riboflavin (B2)
0.170
mg
Niacin (B3)
5.000
mg
Vitamin B6
0.750
mg
Vitamin B12
—
µg
Folate
97.00
µg
Recipes
Using Sesame Seeds
Sesame Salmon, Purple Sprouting Broccoli & Sweet Potato Mash
⏱25min
£
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Easy