Summary
Calories
486
kcal / 100 g
Protein
16.5
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
42.1
g / 100 g
Fat
30.7
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
- Protein 13%
- Carbohydrates 33%
- Fat 54%
100 grams of Chia Seeds contain 486 kcal, 16.5 g protein, 42.1 g carbohydrates and 30.7 g fat.
Low sodiumHigh fiberSource of protein
Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).
Chia Seeds Nutrition Facts
| Vitamins | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 1.6 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamin) | 0.62 mg | 56% |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0.17 mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 8.8 mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Folate | 49 µg | 25% |
| Minerals | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 631 mg | 79% |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 55% |
| Magnesium | 335 mg | 89% |
| Phosphorus | 860 mg | 123% |
| Potassium | 407 mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 4.6 mg | 46% |
| Copper | 0.92 mg | 92% |
| Manganese | 2.7 mg | 136% |
| Selenium | 55.2 µg | 100% |
| Fat breakdown | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.3 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.7 g |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
NRV: share of the EU adult nutrient reference value provided by 100 g.
Allergens and Diets
Contains none of the 14 major EU allergens.
- Vegan
- Yes
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Gluten-free
- Yes
- Dairy-free
- Yes
Based on the food itself; processed products may contain traces.
Data Source
Values are laboratory measurements from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) FoodData Central database.
USDA record: Seeds, chia seeds, dried. View on USDA
Values are averages and vary by recipe, product and portion. Not medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Chia Seeds?
- 100 grams of Chia Seeds contain 486 kcal.
- How much protein is in Chia Seeds?
- 100 grams contain 16.5 g of protein; 13% of its energy comes from protein.
- Is Chia Seeds gluten-free?
- Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
- Is Chia Seeds vegan?
- Yes, it contains no animal products.