Carbs in Sunflower Seed

How many carbs are in sunflower seed?

Sunflower Seed has 17.6g net carbs per 100g — 23.3g total carbs minus 5.7g fiber — plus 17.3g protein, 55.2g fat, and 617 calories. At this carb count, sunflower seed is best limited to small portions on keto (usually 20–50g net carbs per day). Values are per per 100 g, sourced from USDA FoodData Central; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor

Sunflower Seed
17.6g
Net carbs
23.3g
Total carbs
5.7g
Fiber
17.3g
Protein
55.2g
Fat
617
Calories

Values per 100 g.

Is sunflower seed keto-friendly?

Limit it

Sunflower Seed is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 17.6g net carbs per 100g (23.3g total carbs − 5.7g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.

Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
100 g (3.5 oz)17.6g23.3g617
1 oz (28 g)4.9g6.5g173

How many calories are in sunflower seed?

Sunflower Seed has 617 calories per 100g. That's alongside 17.3g protein, 55.2g fat, and 17.6g net carbs per 100g.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories617
Total carbs23.3g
Net carbs17.6g
Fiber5.7g
Sugar10.5g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein17.3g
Fat55.2g
Sodium3mg
Potassium576mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in sunflower seed?
Sunflower Seed has 23.3g of total carbs and 17.6g of net carbs per 100 grams.
How many net carbs are in sunflower seed?
Sunflower Seed has 17.6g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 23.3g minus 5.7g fiber).
Is sunflower seed keto-friendly?
Sunflower Seed is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 17.6g net carbs per 100g (23.3g total carbs − 5.7g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.
How many calories are in sunflower seed?
Sunflower Seed has 617 calories per 100 grams.

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