Chia seeds calories
Chia seeds (dry) has about 486 calories per 100 g and 16.5 g of protein. An estimated teaspoon (4 g) is about 19 kcal.
About 9% fewer calories per 100 g than the average of the 6 nut and seed products in this list (535 kcal).
| Calories per 100 g | 486 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein per 100 g | 16.5 g |
| Category | Nut and Seed Products |
| Form | dry |
| USDA description | Seeds, chia seeds, dried |
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Weight basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 4 g | 19 kcal | App estimate |
| 1 tablespoon | 12 g | 58 kcal | App estimate |
Household weights come from the app’s portion table, not necessarily USDA. Rows marked App estimate are estimates; your portion may differ. A serving is not a recommended amount to eat.
Calculate the amount you actually ate
For a measured 150 g of this same food and form: 486 × 150 ÷ 100 = about 729 kcal. Use the per-100-g value with your actual weight; a piece or bowl in the table is only a starting estimate.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy (FDC ID 170554), public domain. Values are averages and can differ for a specific brand, recipe or cut. Estimates only; not medical advice.