Calories in 2 Tbsp of Poppy Seed
2 tbsp of poppy seed (18 g) has 92 calories. That is 5% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 3.2 g of protein, 7.3 g of fat and 5 g of carbohydrates, a split of 13% protein, 67% fat and 20% carbs. For comparison, 1 tbsp of poppy seed has 46 and 3 tbsp of poppy seed has 139 calories. Burning 92 calories takes about 17 minutes of brisk walking or 7 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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Poppy Seed: common questions
How many calories are in 2 tbsp of poppy seed?
2 tbsp of poppy seed weighs about 18 g and has 92 calories.
How much protein is in 2 tbsp of poppy seed?
2 tbsp of poppy seed has 3.2 g of protein, which is 6% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 2 tbsp of poppy seed?
2 tbsp of poppy seed has 5 g of carbohydrates, including 3.4 g of fiber and 0.5 g of sugars.
How much poppy seed is 100 calories?
100 calories of poppy seed is 19 g, about 2 tbsp of poppy seed.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy. FDC ID 171330. Original description: Spices, poppy seed. Portion weights are USDA household measures.