Anise seed nutrition facts
Per 1 tbsp, whole · 6.7 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein1.2g17% of calories
- Carbs3.4g48% of calories
- Fat1.1g35% of calories
- ✓ Low calorie
- ✓ Low fat
- ✓ Low saturated fat
- ✓ Sodium free
- ✓ Cholesterol free
At a glance
One serving of Anise seed (1 tbsp, whole, 6.7 g) has 23 calories, with 1.2 g of protein, 3.4 g of carbohydrates and 1.1 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (48% of calories). It is high in iron (31% DV).
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Iron31%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
Nothing notable
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
Nothing notable
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 tbsp, whole (6.7 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0 μg | 0% |
| Thiamine | 0 mg | 2% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0 mg | 1% |
| Niacin | 0.2 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 3% |
| Folate (B9) | 1 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 μg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 mg | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 43 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2 mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 97 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 29 mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.4 mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.2 mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 0.3 μg | 1% |
Full breakdown · 10 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 0.2 g | — |
| Retinol | 0 μg | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0 g | — |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
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Burning 23 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 4minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 3minCycling (moderate)
- 2minRunning (6 mph)
- 3minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Anise seed?
One serving of Anise seed (1 tbsp, whole) has 23 calories, which works out to 337 calories per 100 g. That is about 1.1% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Anise seed high in protein?
Not especially. It has 1.2 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 17% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Anise seed keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 2 g of net carbs and 48% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Anise seed?
1.1 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).
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