In the United States, the leaves and stems of Coriandrum sativum ( C. sativum ) plant are referred to as cilantro , while the seeds are known as coriander . They differ in the nutrients they provide, with the seeds providing more minerals, protein, fat, and calories, and cilantro providing more vitamins.

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How Do They Differ in Nutrients? Coriander vs. Cilantro Nutrition Coriander Seeds, 1 tablespoon/5 grams (g) Cilantro leaves, 2 ounces/4 g Cal o ries 15 0.92 Protein 0.62 g 0.09 g Fat 0.89 g 0.02 g Carbohydrate 2.75 g 0.15 g Fiber 2.1 g 0.11 g Calcium 35.4 milligrams (mg) 2.68 mg Iron 0.82 mg 0.07 mg Magnesium 16.5 mg 1.04 mg Phosphorus 20.4 mg 1.92 mg Potassium 63.5 mg 20.8 mg Zinc

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