Pistachios vs Sesame Seeds
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Pistachios
per 100g
Nuts & SeedsSesame Seeds
per 100g
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Pistachios | Sesame Seeds |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 560kcal | 573kcal |
| Protein | 20.2g | 17.7g |
| Carbs | 27.2g | 23.4g |
| Fat | 45.3g | 49.7g |
| Fiber | 10.6g | 11.8g |
| Sugar | 7.7g | 0.3g |
| Sodium | 1mg | 11mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Pistachios has 13 fewer calories per 100g than Sesame Seeds (2% less).
- Pistachios delivers more protein (20.2g vs 17.7g per 100g).
- Sesame Seeds has more fiber (11.8g vs 10.6g).
- Pistachios contains less fat (45.3g vs 49.7g).
- Sesame Seeds has less sugar (0.3g vs 7.7g).
Pistachios
Pistachios are among the highest-protein and highest-fiber nuts, with a favorable fat profile and antioxidants like lutein. Eating them in the shell naturally slows your pace, and the empty shells are a visual cue that can curb overeating.
View Pistachios nutrition →Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds are remarkably high in calcium, iron and the lignans sesamin and sesamol. Ground into tahini they are a staple of hummus and Middle Eastern cooking, delivering plant protein and healthy fats.
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