Seitan

Seitan – Nutrition Facts (per 100 grams)
Calories: 121 kcal
Protein: 21.0 g
Fat: 1.9 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.9 g
Carbohydrates: 4.0 g - Sugars: 0.2 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 29 mg
Vitamins in Seitan
- Vitamin A: 0 IU (0% DV)
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): 0.1 mg (8% DV)
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): 0.2 mg (15% DV)
- Vitamin B3 (Niacin): 1.2 mg (8% DV)
- Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): 0.1 mg (2% DV)
- Vitamin B6: 0.1 mg (6% DV)
- Vitamin B12: 0 µg (0% DV)
- Vitamin C: 0.0 mg (0% DV)
- Vitamin D: 0 µg (0% DV)
- Vitamin E: 0.0 mg (0% DV)
- Vitamin K: 0.0 µg (0% DV)
Minerals in Seitan
- Calcium: 14 mg (1% DV)
- Phosphorus: 91 mg (13% DV)
- Magnesium: 20 mg (5% DV)
- Potassium: 115 mg (2% DV)
- Iron: 2.1 mg (12% DV)
- Zinc: 0.6 mg (5% DV)
- Selenium: 14.3 µg (26% DV)
Note:
- Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Seitan, made from vital wheat gluten, is a high-protein, low-fat meat substitute often used in vegetarian and vegan diets.
- It is an excellent source of plant-based protein, though it lacks lysine, an essential amino acid, so combining it with lysine-rich foods like legumes is recommended.
- Low in fat and carbohydrates, seitan is a versatile choice for heart-healthy and low-carb diets.
- Contains a modest amount of iron and selenium, beneficial for oxygen transport and antioxidant support.
- It is not suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease due to its high gluten content.