USDA Reference DataPer 100g Serving

Flaxseed Nutrition Facts

Complete macro and micronutrient analysis of Flaxseed. Verified USDA FoodData Central profile with amino acid details, dietary fiber metrics, and daily target calculators.

What are the nutrition facts for Flaxseed?

100g of Flaxseed contains 534 calories, 18.3g of plant protein, 28.9g of carbohydrates, 42.2g of fat, and 27.3g of dietary fiber.

Flaxseed is a nutrient-dense vegan staple. Data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central reference measurements.

Calories

534 kcal

Protein

18.3 g

Carbs

28.9 g

Fiber

27.3 g

Healthy Fats

42.2 g

Source: USDA FoodData Central

534

Calories (kcal)

18.3g

Protein

28.9g

Carbohydrates

42.2g

Healthy Fats

27.3g

Dietary Fiber

Essential Micronutrients & Daily Values

Adult Reference Daily Intake (RDI)

Iron

5.7 mg

32% of Daily Value

Calcium

255 mg

26% of Daily Value

Plant Omega-3 (ALA)

22.8 g

Plant Essential Fatty Acid

Vitamin B12

0 mcg

Requires Fortification/Supplement

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Healthy Recipes with Flaxseed

american • breakfast

Ultra-Fluffy Vegan Blueberry Pancakes

Golden, diner-style fluffy vegan pancakes made without eggs or dairy using a quick homemade vegan buttermilk and flaxseed.

25 mins0g protein

Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in 100g of Flaxseed?
100g of Flaxseed provides 18.3g of plant protein and 534 calories, making it an excellent nutrient-dense vegan staple.
What key micronutrients does Flaxseed provide?
Flaxseed is a natural source of dietary fiber (27.3g), iron (5.7mg), calcium (255mg), and plant omega-3 ALA (22.8g).
How do you make a flax egg?
Mix 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until gelled.