Summary
Calories
534
kcal / 100 g
Protein
18.3
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
28.9
g / 100 g
Fat
42.2
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
- Protein 13%
- Carbohydrates 20%
- Fat 67%
100 grams of Flaxseed contain 534 kcal, 18.3 g protein, 28.9 g carbohydrates and 42.2 g fat. 1 tbsp (7 g) has about 37 kcal.
Low sugarLow sodiumHigh fiberSource of protein
Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).
Flaxseed Nutrition Facts
| Vitamins | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.31 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 4.3 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamin) | 1.6 mg | 149% |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0.16 mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 3.1 mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.47 mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Folate | 87 µg | 44% |
| Minerals | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 255 mg | 32% |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 41% |
| Magnesium | 392 mg | 105% |
| Phosphorus | 642 mg | 92% |
| Potassium | 813 mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 4.3 mg | 43% |
| Copper | 1.2 mg | 122% |
| Manganese | 2.5 mg | 124% |
| Selenium | 25.4 µg | 46% |
| Fat breakdown | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 3.7 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.5 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 28.7 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, flaxseed. View on USDA
Values are averages and vary by recipe, product and portion. Not medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Flaxseed?
- 100 grams of Flaxseed contain 534 kcal. 1 tbsp (7 g) has about 37 kcal.
- How much protein is in Flaxseed?
- 100 grams contain 18.3 g of protein; 13% of its energy comes from protein.
- Is Flaxseed gluten-free?
- Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
- Is Flaxseed vegan?
- Yes, it contains no animal products.