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Plant based protein foods and alternatives to animal products

Seitan

Plant based protein foods 193 kcal / 100 g FSVO V7.1

100 g of Seitan provides 193 kcal (812 kJ). Its composition stands out for its content of protein (28 g) per 100 g. This food belongs to the “Plant based protein foods” category (“Plant based protein foods and alternatives to animal products” family) of the Swiss database.

Seitan

The essentials for 100 g

Protein28 g 56%
Fat7.2 g 10%
Carbohydrates3 g 1%
Dietary fibre2.3 g 8%

% of nutrient reference values (adults), for the displayed portion.

Detailed composition

for 100 g
NutrientValue% NRV*
Macronutrients
Energy193 kcal (812 kJ)C10%
Protein28 gC56%
Fat7.2 gA10%
of which saturated fat0.6 gA3%
of which polyunsaturated1.8 gAn/a
of which omega-30 gCn/a
Carbohydrates3 gE1%
of which sugars0.7 gA1%
Dietary fibre2.3 gA8%
Water59.1 gAn/a
Alcohol0 gEn/a
Minerals
Calcium32 mgA4%
Iron1.6 mgA11%
Magnesium21 mgA6%
Phosphorus87 mgA12%
Potassium94 mgA5%
Sodium540 mgA23%
Zinc1.6 mgA16%
Vitamins
Vitamin D< 0,3 µgAn/a
Vitamin B120 µgE0%
Vitamin C< 0,5 mgAn/a
Folate17 µgA8%

* Share of the nutrient reference values for adults (Swiss FIC ordinance, annex 10), for the displayed portion. For dietary fibre the annex sets no value: the 30 g a day is an indicative benchmark. “n/a”: value not available in the source, never estimated by us. A, E or C indicates each value’s origin.

As a share of daily needs

Covered by 100 g · reference population: average adult.

Protein56%
Fat10%
Carbohydrates1%
Dietary fibre8%
Sodium23%
Zinc16%
Phosphorus12%
Iron11%
Folate8%

Quick comparison

Difference per 100 g from this food’s point of view: “+” = it contains more than the compared food.

ComparisonProteinFatEnergy
vs Tofu, firm, plain (average), roasted (without addition of fat and salt)+ 10 g− 1.7 g+ 25 kcal
vs Tofu, smoked (produced with calcium salt)+ 11.6 g− 2.3 g+ 29 kcal
vs Tofu, smoked (average)+ 11.6 g− 2.3 g+ 29 kcal

Frequently asked questions

How many calories in 100 g of Seitan?
100 g of Seitan provides 193 kcal, i.e. 812 kJ (FSVO data V7.1).
How much protein in 100 g of Seitan?
100 g provides 28 g of protein, i.e. 56% of the adult reference value (50 g).
What is the fat content of 100 g of Seitan?
100 g contains 7.2 g of fat, of which 0.6 g saturated fatty acids.
Where do these values come from?
From the Swiss food composition database V7.1 published by the FSVO (July 2026). Every value carries an origin indicator: A (measured), E (estimated) or C (calculated).
Which preparation state do the values refer to?
To the official label “Seitan” in the database: the state (raw, cooked, drained…) is specified where relevant. Preparation substantially changes the composition per 100 g, especially the water content.

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