Calories in Chia Seeds
58kcal per 1 tbsp (12 g)
486 kcal per 100 g · about 3% of a 2,000-kcal day
Chia seeds are almost a third fiber and swell into a gel when they hit liquid. That is why a small tablespoon at about 58 calories can thicken a whole pudding.
Chia Seeds nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 tbsp |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 kcal | 58 kcal |
| Protein | 16.5 g | 2 g |
| Carbs | 42.1 g | 5.1 g |
| Fat | 30.7 g | 3.7 g |
| Fiber | 34.4 g | 4.1 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 13% Carbs 33% Fat 54%
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