Calories in 1/2 Cup of Chia Seeds
1/2 cup of chia seeds (84 g) has 408 calories. That is 20% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 14 g of protein, 26 g of fat and 35 g of carbohydrates, a split of 13% protein, 54% fat and 33% carbs. For comparison, 1/4 cup of chia seeds has 204 and 3/4 cup of chia seeds has 612 calories. Burning 408 calories takes about 73 minutes of brisk walking or 33 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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Chia Seeds: common questions
How many calories are in 1/2 cup of chia seeds?
1/2 cup of chia seeds weighs about 84 g and has 408 calories.
How much protein is in 1/2 cup of chia seeds?
1/2 cup of chia seeds has 14 g of protein, which is 28% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 1/2 cup of chia seeds?
1/2 cup of chia seeds has 35 g of carbohydrates, including 29 g of fiber and 1.3 g of sugars.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, FNDDS 2021-2023. FDC ID 2707590. Original description: Chia seeds. Portion weights are USDA household measures.