Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | 100 g | 1 portion |
|---|---|---|
| kcal | 515 kcal | 103 kcal |
| Protein | 17 g | 3.4 g |
| Carbs | 42 g | 8.4 g |
| Fat | 31 g | 6.2 g |
| Fiber | 33.9 g | 6.8 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 3 mg |
Where it stands in its category
Chia Seeds ranks #41 of 68 in the Nuts/Snacks category by calories per 100 g (lowest to highest); the category average is 460 kcal per 100 g, so it is 12% above average. 13% of its calories come from protein; weak as a protein source, pair it with protein.
Burning the 103 kcal in one 1 portion (20 g) takes about 23 minutes of brisk walking (~4.5 kcal/min at 70 kg) or 10 minutes of running (~10 kcal/min).
Where the calories come from
Share of a daily budget
One serving of Chia Seeds is 5% of a 2,000 kcal reference day. Find your own number with the calorie calculator.
What to eat instead
- Lower-calorie options in the same category: Corn Chips (500 kcal/100 g), Chocolate Wafer (498 kcal/100 g), Chocolate Biscuits (490 kcal/100 g)
- More protein for similar calories: Whey Protein Powder (78 g/100 g), Pumpkin Seeds (30.2 g/100 g), Protein Bar (30 g/100 g)
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