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Lotus Seeds

Seeds, lotus seeds, raw

Nutrition Facts

Serving sizeper 100g
Amount per serving
Calories89
% Daily Value
  • Total Fat 0,53 g1%
  • Saturated Fat 0,09 g0%
  • Trans Fat —
  • Cholesterol 0 mg0%
  • Sodium 1 mg0%
  • Total Carbohydrate 17,28 g6%
  • Dietary Fiber —
  • Total Sugars —
  • Protein 4,13 g8%
  • Vitamin D 0 µg0%
  • Calcium 44 mg3%
  • Iron 0,95 mg5%
  • Potassium 367 mg8%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
100g of Seeds, lotus seeds, raw contains 89 kcal calories, 4,13g protein, and 56mg magnesium per USDA FoodData Central.

Calorie breakdown

How calories are distributed across macronutrients

90kcal
  • Protein18%(17 kcal)
  • Carbs76%(69 kcal)
  • Fat5%(5 kcal)

Nutrient density

60/ 100

Meets ≥10% Daily Value for 6 of 25 nutrients

High nutrient density

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Category: Nut and Seed Products

Low calorieLow sodiumLow fatHigh potassiumZero cholesterolVeganVegetarianPaleo-friendlyGluten-free
Potassium : Sodium ratio367.0 : 1
favorable
  • Lotus Seeds has a potassium-to-sodium ratio of 367:1, which is considered favorable for blood-pressure support.

Full nutrient breakdown

per 100g
Macronutrients▾
Macronutrients
NutrientAmount% DV
Calories

Total food energy released when the food is metabolized, expressed in kilocalories per 100 grams.

Also known as: Calories, kcal

89 kcal4%
Protein

Macronutrient made of amino acids; essential for building and repairing tissue, enzymes, and hormones.

4,13 g8%
Carbohydrates

Total carbohydrates, including sugars, starches, and fiber. The body's primary energy source.

Also known as: Carbohydrates

17,28 g6%
Total fat

Sum of all dietary fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans). A concentrated energy source and carrier of fat-soluble vitamins.

Also known as: Total Lipid, Fat

0,53 g1%
Minerals▾
Minerals
NutrientAmount% DV
Sodium

Electrolyte that regulates fluid balance and nerve signaling. Most dietary sodium comes from salt; excess intake raises blood pressure.

Also known as: Salt (as Na)

1 mg0%
Potassium

Electrolyte that supports nerve function, muscle contraction, and healthy blood pressure.

367 mg8%
Calcium

Mineral essential for bone and teeth structure, muscle contraction, and blood clotting.

44 mg3%
Magnesium

Mineral involved in more than 300 enzymatic reactions, including energy production and muscle function.

56 mg13%
Phosphorus

Mineral that works with calcium to form bones and is a component of DNA and ATP.

168 mg13%
Iron

Mineral required for oxygen transport in hemoglobin and for energy metabolism.

0,95 mg5%
Zinc

Trace mineral essential for immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis.

0,28 mg3%
Copper

Trace mineral involved in iron metabolism, connective tissue formation, and antioxidant defense.

0,09 mg10%
Manganese

Trace mineral that acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in bone formation and antioxidant defense.

0,62 mg27%
Fat detail▾
Fat detail
NutrientAmount% DV
Saturated fat

Fat type typically solid at room temperature. High intake is associated with elevated LDL cholesterol.

Also known as: Saturated Fatty Acids, SFA

0,09 g0%
Monounsaturated fat

Fat with one double bond in its fatty-acid chain. Common in olive oil and avocados; linked to heart-health benefits.

Also known as: Monounsaturated Fatty Acids, MUFA

0,1 g—
Polyunsaturated fat

Fat with multiple double bonds, including essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

Also known as: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, PUFA

0,31 g—
Cholesterol

Waxy sterol found in animal foods. The body also makes its own; dietary cholesterol has a limited effect on blood levels for most people.

0 mg0%
Vitamins▾
Vitamins
NutrientAmount% DV
Vitamin A

Fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, and cell growth. Measured as Retinol Activity Equivalents.

Also known as: Retinol Activity Equivalents, RAE

1 µg0%
Retinol

Preformed vitamin A found in animal foods; the active form used directly by the body.

0 µg—
Vitamin C

Water-soluble antioxidant vitamin required for collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption.

Also known as: Ascorbic Acid

0 mg0%
Vitamin D

Fat-soluble vitamin that regulates calcium absorption and bone health. Also produced in the skin from sunlight.

Also known as: Calciferol

0 µg0%
Thiamin (B1)

B-vitamin required for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous-system function.

Also known as: Vitamin B1, Thiamine

0,17 mg14%
Riboflavin (B2)

B-vitamin involved in energy production and cellular function via the coenzymes FAD and FMN.

Also known as: Vitamin B2

0,04 mg3%
Niacin (B3)

B-vitamin that contributes to DNA repair and energy metabolism through its coenzymes NAD and NADP.

Also known as: Vitamin B3, Nicotinic Acid

0,43 mg3%
Pantothenic acid (B5)

B-vitamin required for the synthesis of coenzyme A and fatty-acid metabolism.

Also known as: Vitamin B5

0,23 mg5%
Vitamin B6

B-vitamin involved in amino-acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation.

Also known as: Pyridoxine

0,17 mg10%
Folate (B9)

B-vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division; particularly important in early pregnancy.

Also known as: Vitamin B9, Folic Acid, Folacin

28 µg7%
Vitamin B12

B-vitamin required for red blood cell formation and nervous-system health. Found almost exclusively in animal foods.

Also known as: Cobalamin

0 µg0%
Amino acids▾
Amino acids
NutrientAmount% DV
Lysine0,26 g—
Leucine0,33 g—
Isoleucine0,21 g—
Valine0,27 g—
Threonine0,2 g—
Methionine0,07 g—
Phenylalanine0,21 g—
Tryptophan0,06 g—
Histidine0,12 g—
Arginine0,34 g—
Other▾
Other
NutrientAmount% DV
Water

Water content of the food. Foods high in water tend to be lower in energy density and support hydration.

77 g—

Compare 2 USDA variants

Variants of Seeds, lotus seeds, raw cataloged in USDA FoodData Central, with calories and macros per 100 g.
VariantFDC IDCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Seeds, lotus seeds, rawcurrent168591894,117,30,5
Seeds, lotus seeds, dried17014933215,464,52

Fatty acid profile

Breakdown of fats per 100 grams

0,5 g
  • Saturated17%(0,09 g)
  • Monounsaturated21%(0,1 g)
  • Polyunsaturated62%(0,31 g)

Household serving sizes

g
oz
28 g

Frequently asked questions about Lotus Seeds

How many calories in Lotus Seeds?

Lotus Seeds contains 89 kcal per 100 grams, sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

How much sodium is in Lotus Seeds?

Lotus Seeds contains 1 mg sodium and 0 mg cholesterol per 100 grams, per USDA FoodData Central.

What are the macros in Lotus Seeds?

Per 100 grams, Lotus Seeds contains 4.13 g protein, 17.28 g carbohydrates, and 0.53 g total fat.

Is Lotus Seeds good for keto or low-carb?

Lotus Seeds has 17.3 g carbs per 100 g — typically not a keto or low-carb staple.

Where does Lotus Seeds nutrition data come from?

Nutrition data for Lotus Seeds is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 168591). Browse the underlying record at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168591/nutrients.

Diet compatibility

  • Low calorieFewer than 100 kcal per 100 g, so it adds volume and nutrients to a plate without crowding out the calorie budget.
  • Low sodiumUnder 140 mg of sodium per 100 g, the FDA threshold for "low sodium" labeling on packaged foods.
  • Low fatUnder 3 g of total fat per 100 g, the FDA threshold for "low fat" on packaged foods.
  • High potassiumDelivers at least 20% of the Daily Value for potassium per 100 g — supports cardiovascular and electrolyte balance.
  • Zero cholesterolContains no measurable cholesterol per 100 g; fits heart-health eating patterns that cap dietary cholesterol.
  • VeganContains no animal-derived ingredients per USDA categorization and is compatible with a fully plant-based diet.
  • VegetarianFits a lacto-ovo vegetarian pattern: plant foods plus dairy and eggs. Excludes meat, poultry, and seafood.
  • Paleo-friendlyFalls within whole-food paleo guidelines: no grains, legumes, dairy, or refined additives in the USDA category.
  • Gluten-freeFree of gluten-containing grains (wheat, rye, barley, malt) by USDA categorization. Verify packaging for heavily processed items.

Foods that pair well with Lotus Seeds

Complementary ingredients from related USDA categories — useful starting points when planning a meal around Lotus Seeds.

3 meal ideas using Lotus Seeds

Starter templates matched to Lotus Seeds's nutrient profile. Open the meal-plan generator to turn any of these into a full recipe with shopping list.

  • Breakfast

    Plant-based breakfast with lotus Seeds

    A warm bowl of oats with lotus Seeds, a spoon of almond butter, and seasonal fruit — entirely plant-based and ready in under ten minutes.

  • Lunch

    Plant-based lunch with lotus Seeds

    A warm grain bowl with lotus Seeds, chickpeas, seasonal greens, and lemon-tahini dressing — filling, colourful, and entirely plant-based.

  • Dinner

    Low-sodium dinner with lotus Seeds

    Roast lotus Seeds with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs — no added salt — and pair with a simple grain for a dinner under 600 mg of sodium.

Where does this data come from?

Nutrient values are sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database — the U.S. Department of Agriculture's authoritative reference for food composition. Values are averaged across multiple samples to give you a representative reading per 100 grams of edible portion.

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 168591), accessed 2019-04-01.

Published: 2019-04-01

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