Coriander Seed Health Benefits and Nutrition Facts

Nutritional summary

Coriander seeds are a significant source of linalool (a fragrant terpene) and various polyphenols (antioxidant plant compounds), which contribute to their high antioxidant-rich food score .
Dietary guidelines recommend using herbs and spices like coriander seeds as a practical strategy to reduce sodium intake by flavoring foods without added salt .
Animal and laboratory models suggest that coriander seeds may support the hepatic antioxidant system (the liver's defense against oxidative stress) and influence the metabolism of foreign compounds .
Early research in human clinical trials indicates that coriander seed powder may help manage lipid profiles and oxidative stress markers in individuals with metabolic conditions, though more large-scale studies are needed to confirm these effects .

Interesting fact

The word 'coriander' is derived from the Greek word 'koris', meaning bedbug, due to the pungent, bug-like aroma of the unripe seeds and leaves.

Standout nutrients

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Dietary fibre

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Copper

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Iron

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Magnesium

371

kcal per 100g

Protein12.4g

Fat17.8g

Carbs25.9g

Fiber35.5g

Fat breakdown

Polyunsat1.75g

Monounsat13.6g

Saturated0.97g

Seasonality

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Diet

VeganVegetarianPescatarianGluten FreeDairy FreeKetoLow FodmapPaleo

Sustainability

Lighter footprint

Spices generally have a low environmental footprint due to small serving sizes and low water requirements.

Confidencemedium

Storage

Airtight Container

1–2 years

Whole seeds retain flavor significantly longer than ground powder

Cool Dark Place

1–2 years

Flavour

Data & Sources

Harmonized from 3 validated sources

French Food Database

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Phenol-Explorer

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McCance & Widdowson

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Claim citations

Effects of Dietary Supplementation with Coriander Seed Powder on Serum Lipid Profile, Glycemic Indices, and Oxidative Stress Biomarkers in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial - PMC

[1]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Herbs and Spices in Cancer Prevention and Treatment - NCBI - NIH

[2]www.ncbi.nlm.nih.govncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Polyphenols and Their Nutraceutical Value against Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome - PMC

[3]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Effects of Supplemented Coriander, Ajwain, and Dill Seed Essential Oils on Growth Performance, Carcass Characteristics, Gut Health, Meat Quality, and Immune Status in Broilers - PMC

[4]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A novel Nutrient Rich Food (NRFa11.3) score uses flavonoids and carotenoids to identify antioxidant-rich spices, herbs, vegetables, and fruit - PMC

[6]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Herbs and spices at a relatively high culinary dosage improves 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure in adults at risk of cardiometabolic diseases: a randomized, crossover, controlled-feeding study - PMC

[11]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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