Ground flaxseed
Ground flaxseed provides 538 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 15.4 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Seeds category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 2 Tbsp (13 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 538 kcal | 70 kcal | 445 +21% | |
| Total fat | 38.5 g | 5 g | 6% | 23.1 +66% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.8 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 30.8 g | 4 g | 1% | 38 −19% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 2.7 −100% | |
| Dietary fiber | 30.8 g | 4 g | 14% | 15.5 +98% |
| Protein | 15.4 g | 2 g | 4% | 18.2 −15% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.4 −100% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1220 Seeds products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from March 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
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Ingredients
Organic flax seeds.
Product details
- Serving size
- 2 Tbsp (13 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Organic
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0036800195103
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Ground flaxseed?
Ground flaxseed contains 538 kcal per 100 g and about 70 kcal per serving (2 Tbsp (13 g)).
How much sugar is in Ground flaxseed?
Ground flaxseed has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Ground flaxseed healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Ground flaxseed vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 23, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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