Sunflower SeedsNutrition reference
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Sunflower Seeds

These values describe raw sunflower seed kernels, excluding shells. Per 100 g they provide about 609 calories with 18.9 g protein.

609
kcalper 100g
Carbs
24.5g
Protein
18.87g
Fat
48.44g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 grams

Reference values
Measurement basis
Food state
Raw
Edible portion
Hulled sunflower kernels
Measurement basis
Per 100 g raw sunflower seed kernels, excluding shells
Energy (kcal)
609 kcal
Protein
18.8733 g
Carbohydrates
24.5007 g
Fat
48.44 g
Dietary fiber
7.215 g
Sodium1
<2.5 mg
More nutrients6
Energy (kJ)
2550 kJ
Calcium
115.6 mg
Potassium
656.8 mg
Magnesium
301.9 mg
Iron
4.37 mg
Zinc
5.578 mg
  1. Unknown

Data sources

3
  1. 1

    USDA FoodData Central — Foundation Foods

    2515381 · Foundation Foods release 2026-04-30

  2. 2

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    170562 · SR Legacy release April 2018

  3. 3

    Food Standards Australia New Zealand

    F008215 · Australian Food Composition Database Release 3, December 2025

About this food

Understanding this nutrition reference

This record uses USDA data for raw sunflower seed kernels. Per 100 g of kernels, it provides about 609 kcal, 24.5 g carbohydrates, 18.9 g protein, 48.4 g fat and 7.2 g dietary fiber. These values do not describe the shell-inclusive weight or roasted, salted products. Weigh the raw edible kernels when logging.

Plan your portion

How much is in your serving of Sunflower Seeds?

Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of kernels. A typical ounce (28 g) provides roughly 171 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
ServingWeightCaloriesCarbsProteinFat
100 g100 g609 kcal24.5 g18.9 g48.4 g
1 oz28 g170.5 kcal6.9 g5.3 g13.6 g
1/4 cup35 g213.2 kcal8.6 g6.6 g17 g

Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.

Energy (kcal)
609 kcal
Energy (kJ)
2550 kJ
Protein
18.8733 g
Carbohydrates
24.5007 g
Fat
48.44 g
Dietary fiber
7.215 g
Sodium1
<2.5 mg
Calcium
115.6 mg
Potassium
656.8 mg
Magnesium
301.9 mg
Iron
4.37 mg
Zinc
5.578 mg

Questions and answers

Sunflower Seeds nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in sunflower seeds?

Raw sunflower seed kernels provide about 609 calories per 100 g. A 28 g portion provides approximately 171 calories.

Are sunflower seeds high in protein?

Yes. Sunflower seeds provide about 18.9 g of protein per 100 g.

Are sunflower seeds high in fat?

Yes. Sunflower seeds provide about 48.4 g of fat per 100 g.