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Mustard Seeds (rai / Sarson)

Nutrition Facts Per 100g

Also known as: MUSTARD SEEDS, RAI, SARSON

Mustard Seeds (rai / Sarson) is a foundational ingredient in Indian cooking, used in small quantities but contributing meaningful micronutrients and bioactive compounds. While typically consumed in amounts of 1-5g per serving, its nutrient density per 100g is noteworthy. Per 100g, it offers Omega-3 Fatty Acids (approximately 450% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) (approximately 257% of a typical adult's daily needs). Here are the full nutrition details.

Nutrition Summary

508kcalCalories
26.0gProtein
28.0gCarbs
36.0gFat
12.0gFiber
Protein 20% Carbs 22% Fat 64%

Micronutrients

High in:MagnesiumPhosphorusIronVitamin B6Zinc
Calcium266 mg(27%)
Iron9.2 mg(71%)
Zinc4.7 mg(49%)
Potassium815 mg(27%)
Sodium58.0 mg(12%)
Magnesium370 mg(104%)
Phosphorus523 mg(75%)
Thiamin (B1)0.3 mg(23%)
Riboflavin (B2)0.2 mg(13%)
Niacin (B3)4.7 mg(32%)
Vitamin C4.0 mg(5%)
Carotenoids0 µg(0%)
β-Carotene0 µg(0%)
Vitamin A0 µg(0%)
Folate (B9)162 µg(41%)
Vitamin B60.8 mg(62%)
Vitamin B120 µg(0%)
Vitamin D0 µg(0%)
Vitamin E1.5 mg(10%)
Fat Breakdown4
MUFA12.4 g
83%
PUFA15.4 g
257%
Omega-36.1 g
450%
Omega-69.3 g
64%
Limit These2
Saturated Fat7.3 g
Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 tsp5g
25 kcal1.3g protein
100 g100g
508 kcal26.0g protein

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Nutritional data per 100g. % values are approximate, based on Indian RDA guidelines (ICMR 2020) for typical adults. Individual needs vary by age, gender, and health status. This is not medical advice.