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How much protein is in sunflower seeds?
21 g per 100 g
Quick facts
- 5.9 gIn 1 handful (about 28 g).
- #68Out of 223 foods on our protein chart.
- 145 gNeeded for 30 g of protein.
About sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds is very high in protein. Seeds are among the most protein-dense plant foods and also supply fibre, healthy fats and minerals like magnesium.
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How it compares
Protein per 100 g, next to the foods closest to it on the chart and a few everyday staples.
| Food | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|
| Chicken breast (cooked)Lean meat | 31 g |
| BrieSoft cheese | 21 g |
| HamCured meat | 21 g |
| Sunflower seedsSeeds | 21 g |
| CamembertSoft cheese | 20 g |
| Cocoa powderSweets | 20 g |
| Egg (cooked)Egg | 13 g |
| Greek yogurtDairy | 10 g |
| Lentils (cooked)Legume | 9 g |
| TofuSoy product | 8 g |
More seeds
- Hemp seeds · 32 g
- Pumpkin seeds · 30 g
- Flaxseeds · 18 g
- Sesame seeds · 18 g
- Chia seeds · 17 g
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FAQ
How much protein is in sunflower seeds?
Sunflower seeds has 21 g of protein per 100 g. A typical serving, 1 handful (about 28 g), gives you roughly 5.9 g.
Is sunflower seeds high in protein?
Sunflower seeds is very high in protein. With 21 g per 100 g it ranks #68 of the 223 foods on our protein chart.
How much sunflower seeds do I need to eat for 30 g of protein?
About 145 g of sunflower seeds.
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