Size of Cumin4.6 Mm Long, 1.2 Mm Wide, and 0.8 Mm Thick
Cumin seeds are 4.6 mm long, 1.2 mm wide, and 0.8 mm thick on average. Black cumin seeds are 3.9 mm long, 1.0 mm wide, and 0.6 mm thick.
Color: Cumin seeds are yellow-brown in color.
Shape: Cumin seeds are oblong in shape and have eight ridges with oil canals.
Nutritional value: Cumin seeds contain 375Kcal of energy per 100 grams, 44.24 grams of carbohydrates, 17.8 grams of protein, 22.7 grams of fat, and 10.5 grams of dietary fiber per 100 grams. They also contain vitamins like folate, niacin, and pyridoxine.
Glycemic index: Cumin seeds have a glycemic index of 36/100, which is low.
Other specifications: Cumin seeds contain a maximum of 8% total ash and 1% acid-insoluble ash