Sesame Oil
Toasted seed oil used as a finishing seasoning across East Asia.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of sesame oil for fair comparison. Typical serving: 1 tbsp (13.6 g) — 120 kcal per 13.6 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (13.6 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 882 kcal | 120 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 100 g | 13.6 g | 11.3 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of sesame oil, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (13.6 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 1.4 mg | 0.19 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6 µg | 1.8 µg | 11% |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Niacin | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Folate | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Choline | 0.2 mg | 0.027 mg | <1% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Copper | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Oil, sesame, salad or cooking
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat sesame oil?
- A few drops transform a dish, so usage stays small.
- Mostly unsaturated fat.
How to include it
- Drizzle over noodles and steamed vegetables.
- Whisk into dressings with rice vinegar.
Things to consider
- Toasted oil burns easily; add it at the end.
- Sesame is a declarable allergen.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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