Pumpkin seed Calories and nutrition facts · Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
- Carbs
- 0.86 g
- Fibre
- 1.8 g
- Sugars
- 0.42 g
- Protein
- 10.5 g
- Fat
- 14.4 g
Where the calories come from
Pumpkin seed has 177 kcal per serving (30 g), with 0.86 g carbs, 1.8 g fibre, 10.5 g protein and 14.4 g fat. 100 g has 590 kcal.
Share of your daily needs in one serving
How much is too much
About 298 g of pumpkin seed a day reaches the safe upper level for zinc: 25 mg, the most an adult can have every day without risk of harm. That's 9.9 × serving (30 g).
Diet tags
Last updated June 30, 2026 · Where the data comes from
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Per 100 g, against the 51 nuts, seeds and dried fruits in our catalog.
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Calories 590 kcal · typical 336 kcal
More calories than 76% of nuts, seeds and dried fruits.
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Fibre 6 g · typical 9.5 g
Less fibre than 79% of nuts, seeds and dried fruits.
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Potassium 807 mg · typical 660 mg
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Protein 35.1 g · typical 8.1 g
More protein than 100% of nuts, seeds and dried fruits.
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Magnesium 535 mg · typical 69 mg
More magnesium than 100% of nuts, seeds and dried fruits.
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Zinc 8.4 mg · typical 1.2 mg
More zinc than 96% of nuts, seeds and dried fruits.
The bar shows this food; the line marks the typical (median) value of the category.
Learn about pumpkin seed
What are the health benefits of pumpkin seeds?
Pumpkin seeds are a nutrient-dense food rich in several key vitamins and minerals, including magnesium, zinc, and iron. They are also a good source of protein and healthy fats. Consuming pumpkin seeds can support heart health, aid in digestion, and provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Additionally, their high magnesium content can help promote better sleep and muscle relaxation.
What are the health risks associated with pumpkin seeds?
Pumpkin seeds are generally safe to consume and have many health benefits. However, in some cases, individuals may experience allergic reactions to pumpkin seeds. Additionally, consuming large amounts of pumpkin seeds may lead to digestive discomfort or potential tooth damage due to their high fiber and phytic acid content. Moderation is key when adding pumpkin seeds to your diet.
How much pumpkin seed to eat per day?
Pumpkin seeds are nutritious and can be consumed in moderation as part of a healthy diet. A serving size of pumpkin seeds is approximately 1 ounce, which is about one handful. Consuming a handful of pumpkin seeds as a snack or adding them to dishes like salads or oatmeal can be a delicious and healthy way to incorporate them into your diet.
Nutrients in pumpkin seed
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% of the daily value for a healthy adult. Your own needs depend on age, sex and activity.
Energy and macros
Vitamins
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Vitamin A (RAE) 19µg3% of daily
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Vitamin D 0µg0% of daily
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Vitamin E 2.30mg21% of daily
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Vitamin K 51µg73% of daily
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Vitamin B1 0.21mg25% of daily
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Vitamin B2 0.32mg20% of daily
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89% of daily
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Vitamin B6 0.22mg14% of daily
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Vitamin B9 (Folate) 58µg18% of daily
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Vitamin B12 0µg0% of daily
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Vitamin C 1.90mg2% of daily
Minerals
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Salt 46mg1% of max
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Calcium 63mg7% of daily
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Chromium 12µg46% of daily
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Copper 1.20mg92% of daily
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Fluoride no data
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Iodine no data
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Iron 10mg64% of daily
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Magnesium 535mg178% of daily
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Manganese 5mg167% of daily
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Molybdenum no data
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Phosphorus 1,174mg213% of daily
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Potassium 807mg23% of daily
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Selenium 2.10µg3% of daily
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Sodium 18mg1% of max
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Zinc 8mg90% of daily
Carbohydrates
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Starch 1.47g
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Sugars 1.41g3% of max
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Added Sugars 0g0% of max
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Sucrose 1.13g
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Maltose 0g
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Fructose 0.15g
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Galactose 0g
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Glucose 0.13g
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Fibre, total 6g24% of daily
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Polyols 0g
Fats
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Omega-3 0g
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EPA fatty acid 0mg
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DHA fatty acid 0mg
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Omega-6 22g
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Linoleic acid 22,205mg
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Arachidonic acid 0mg
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Oleic acid 15,685mg
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33% of max
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Palmitic acid 4,832mg
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Stearic acid 2.31g
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Cholesterol 0mg
Amino acids
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Histidine 0.78g80% of daily
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Isoleucine 1.28g96% of daily
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Leucine 2.42g82% of daily
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Lysine 1.24g46% of daily
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Methionine 0.60g45% of daily
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Cysteine no data
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Phenylalanine 1.73g75% of daily
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Tyrosine 1.09g91% of daily
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Tryptophan 0.58g165% of daily
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Threonine 1.00g71% of daily
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Valine 1.58g94% of daily
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Alanine 1.49g
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Arginine 5g
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Asparagine no data
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Aspartic acid 2.96g
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Cystine 0.33g47% of daily
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Glutamine no data
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Glycine 1.84g
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Proline 1.32g
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Serine 1.67g
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Hydroxyproline no data
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Taurine no data
Amino acid data is mapped from the USDA database, for information only.
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