Herbs & Spices

Coriander Seed (Ground)

Health
ScoreA+

Ground coriander seed is a citrusy-warm spice rich in fiber, iron, and manganese, with linalool-driven digestive and antioxidant benefits.

Why Coriander Seed (Ground) scores 94

Nutrient density30

Protein quality10

Fiber content10

Healthy fats9

Bioactive compounds14

Glycemic impact10

Top nutrients

% Daily Value per a pinch (2 g)

Copper 2.2%Calcium 1.9%Iron 1.8%Manganese 1.7%Magnesium 1.6%

per_100g

298

Calories

12.4g

Protein

55g

Carbs

17.8g

Fat

41.9g

Fiber

moderate evidence

Linalool and other terpenes act as carminatives, relaxing intestinal smooth muscle and stimulating digestive secretions

strong evidence

Very high dietary fiber (42g/100g) feeds beneficial gut bacteria and slows carbohydrate absorption

moderate evidence

Linalool, geraniol, and flavonoids scavenge free radicals and modulate inflammatory pathways

emerging evidence

Animal and early human studies show coriander seed extract can lower fasting glucose and improve lipid profiles

·Pair with cumin in curry blends because their complementary terpene oils create a balanced, rounded warmth and combined digestive benefit
·Combine with roasted vegetables because coriander's citrusy linalool brightens and its fiber adds bulk
·Add to bean dishes because its carminative action reduces the gas associated with legumes

·Best timing: with meals
·Toast whole seeds and grind fresh just before use for the brightest citrus-warm aroma
·Bloom ground coriander in oil to release its fat-soluble linalool and geraniol
·Combine with cumin in roughly equal parts as a foundational curry base
·Store ground coriander airtight and dark; it fades faster than the whole seed within about 6 months