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Flaxseed

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Calories
534kcal
Protein
18.29g
Protein / 100 kcal
3.4g
Total fat
42.16g
Values per 100 g edible portion

Flaxseed is a nuts & seeds food. A 100 g edible portion provides 534 calories, 18.3 g of protein, 28.9 g of carbohydrate and 42.2 g of fat. That works out to 3.4 g of protein per 100 calories. By its ingredients it is vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free. All figures are per 100 g and trace to USDA FoodData Central.

Calories from macros568 kcal
  • Protein18.29 g · 12.9%
  • Carbs28.88 g · 20.3%
  • Fat42.16 g · 66.8%

Where Flaxseed ranks

Nutrition

3.4 g protein / 100 kcal

Energy

  • Energy
    534 kcal

Macronutrients

  • Protein
    18.29 g
    37%
  • Carbohydrate
    28.88 g
    11%
  • Fiber
    27.3 g
    98%
  • Total sugars
    1.55 g
  • Total fat
    42.16 g
    54%
  • Saturated fat
    3.66 g
    18%

Minerals

  • Sodium
    30 mg
    1%
  • Potassium
    813 mg
    17%
  • Calcium
    255 mg
    20%
  • Iron
    5.73 mg
    32%
  • Magnesium
    392 mg
    93%

Vitamins

  • Vitamin C
    0.6 mg
    1%
  • Vitamin D
    —

% Daily Value based on FDA reference amounts for a general adult diet. Individual needs vary. Missing values are shown as “—”, never zero.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Flaxseed?
Flaxseed has 534 calories per 100 g edible portion.
How much protein is in Flaxseed?
Flaxseed has 18.3 g of protein per 100 g edible portion.
How many carbs are in Flaxseed?
Flaxseed has 28.9 g of carbohydrate per 100 g edible portion.
How much fat is in Flaxseed?
Flaxseed has 42.2 g of total fat per 100 g edible portion.
How much fiber is in Flaxseed?
Flaxseed has 27.3 g of fiber per 100 g edible portion.
How much sugar is in Flaxseed?
Flaxseed has 1.6 g of total sugars per 100 g edible portion.
Is Flaxseed high in protein?
Flaxseed provides 3.4 g of protein per 100 calories — a relatively low protein-to-calorie ratio.
Is Flaxseed keto-friendly?
Flaxseed has 28.9 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. Ketogenic diets keep carbs very low, so it is relatively high in carbs for a strict keto plan (per 100 g).
Is Flaxseed vegan?
Yes — Flaxseed contains no animal products, so it is vegan.
Is Flaxseed vegetarian?
Yes — Flaxseed is vegetarian.
Is Flaxseed gluten-free?
Yes — Flaxseed contains no gluten-bearing grains.
Is Flaxseed dairy-free?
Yes — Flaxseed contains no milk or dairy ingredients.
What is a serving size of Flaxseed?
A common serving of Flaxseed is 1 undetermined tsp, ground (about 3 g). Use the serving selector on this page to see nutrition for any portion.

Educational information only — not medical advice. See our methodology.