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Nigella Seeds
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Nigella Seeds

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Nigella Seeds (also called kalonji) is a small, black seed used widely in South Asian, Middle Eastern and North African cooking for its mild onion-like, peppery flavor and crunchy texture. It’s commonly sprinkled on breads, used in pickles, or toasted in spice blends and tempering. Nutritionally, ... Show more

Nutrition Highlights

MicronutrientsMicronutrientsCopper, Manganese
High
Fat QualityFat QualityHigh in Omega-3s
Very Good
FiberFiber10g per serving
Very High
SatietySatietyLow Glycemic Index
High
SodiumSodium30mg per serving
Very Low
SugarSugar3g per serving
Very Low

Nutrition Overview

Portion Size

500
kcal
32
g Carbs
23
g Protein
36
g Fat

Carbs

31.7g

Sugar

2.5g

Fat

35.6g

Saturated Fat

5.3g

Protein

22.7g

Fiber

10.0g

Salt

0.0g

Vegan
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
NOVA 1
~2,50€/100g
0.55g/ml

Healthy Swaps

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