Dark Toasted Sesame Seed Oil
Quick answer
A medium portion of Dark Toasted Sesame Seed Oil (5 g) contains 44 kcal, with 0 g of net carbohydrates and 0 g of protein.
- Carbs0 g0%
- Protein0 g0%
- Fat5 g100%
- Fibre0 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
A premium Asian finishing oil pressed from slowly toasted sesame seeds; dark amber in colour with a strong nutty aroma, providing unsaturated fats and sesame’s characteristic antioxidants (sesamol and sesamin) with no carbohydrates.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
A finishing oil, not one for deep frying; a few drops over sautéed vegetables or soup give a professional restaurant flavour.
Best preparation methods
The natural sesamol and sesamin give sesame oil good stability against oxidation compared with many vegetable oils.
Important Nutritional Note
This food does not need a glycemic index, but the foods eaten with it determine the meal’s effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (5 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 884 kcal | 44.2 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 100 g | 5 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 884 kcal per 100 g, ranking 10 of 19 in Healthy fats (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dark Toasted Sesame Seed Oil good for weight loss?
Dark Toasted Sesame Seed Oil provides 884 kcal per 100 g, so it is high in calories and fits a weight-loss plan only in small, measured amounts; a 5 g portion gives 44 kcal.
How does Dark Toasted Sesame Seed Oil affect blood sugar?
Dark Toasted Sesame Seed Oil contains virtually no available carbohydrate, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Dark Toasted Sesame Seed Oil?
A typical 5 g portion of Dark Toasted Sesame Seed Oil provides about 44 kcal, 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate, 5 g fat and 0 g fibre.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index does not apply because this food has less than 5 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, and a GI test requires 25 to 50 g of available carbohydrate, per: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.