Poppy Seeds (Papaver somniferum)

Poppy Seeds

Ingredients: 100% Poppy Seeds (Papaver somniferum).

Properties: The seeds of the poppy are rich in proteins, carbohydrates, fibers and fats poly-unsaturated. They are also rich in vitamins such as vitamin B9, and vitamin E and in minerals such as calcium, iron, and manganese.

Nutritional composition of the seeds of the opium poppy (per 100g):

Calories: 525
Protein: 18g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Sugars: 3g
Fiber: 23g
Fats: 42g
Saturated fats: 5g
Monounsaturated fats: 6g
Fats poly-unsaturated: 29g

21% of the RDA of vitamin B9
12% of the RDA of vitamin E

144% of the RDA of calcium
77% of the RDA of iron
333% RDA of manganese

The seeds of the poppy are obtained from the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum).

These seeds are used whole or ground as spices, condiments, decorations and as an ingredient in various dishes, as well as for making oil of poppies. Usually can be seen in breads, bagetes, muffins, cakes or cereal bars.