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Melon Seeds (Egusi)
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Melon Seeds (Egusi)

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Melon Seeds (Egusi)s are the hulled seeds of certain West African melons widely used in soups and stews (notably in West African cuisines) as a flavorful, fatty thickener and protein source. They are energy-dense and also notable as a plant protein ingredient, providing about 28.5g of protein per 10... Show more

Nutrition Highlights

ProteinProtein29g per serving
High
Fat QualityFat QualityGood Omega-6 Balance
Good
SodiumSodium30mg per serving
Very Low
SugarSugar2g per serving
Very Low

Nutrition Overview

Portion Size

560
kcal
15
g Carbs
29
g Protein
47
g Fat

Carbs

15.0g

Sugar

1.5g

Fat

47.0g

Saturated Fat

9.0g

Protein

28.5g

Fiber

4.0g

Salt

0.0g

Vegan
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
NOVA 1
~2,20€/100g
0.6g/ml

Healthy Swaps

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Sunflower Seeds

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