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Nutritional Density
Food guide

Nori

Dried pressed seaweed sheets used for sushi, packed with iodine.

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Nori, a nutrient-dense vegetables food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of nori, dried for fair comparison. Typical serving: 5 g dried — 18 kcal per 5 g serving.

Nutrition information for Nori
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (5 g)Per 100 kcal
Energy360 kcal18 kcal100 kcal
Protein60 g3 g16.7 g
Carbohydrate48 g2.4 g13.3 g
Fat4 g0.2 g1.1 g
Fibre30 g1.5 g8.3 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of nori, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Nori
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (5 g)% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg0%
Thiamin0.01 mg0.001 mg<1%
Riboflavin0.09 mg0.005 mg7%
Niacin0.097 mg0.005 mg<1%
Vitamin B60.012 mg0.001 mg<1%
Minerals
Calcium9.1 mg0.46 mg<1%
Iron0.15 mg0.008 mg<1%
Magnesium4.5 mg0.23 mg1%
Phosphorus8.1 mg0.41 mg<1%
Potassium64.2 mg3.2 mg1%
Sodium4.7 mg0.24 mg<1%
Zinc0.061 mg0.003 mg<1%
Copper0.035 mg0.002 mg4%
Manganese0.18 mg0.009 mg8%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Cranberries, dried, sweetened

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat nori?

  • One of the few plant sources of iodine.
  • High protein for its weight.

How to include it

  • Wrap rice and vegetables for hand rolls.
  • Crumble over rice bowls and soups.

Things to consider

  • Iodine content varies widely; very large amounts can affect thyroid function.
  • Salted snack versions add sodium.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.

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