Basil, dried
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Tsp, Leaves1 g
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Tbsp, Leaves2 g
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Tsp, Ground1 g
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Tbsp, Ground5 g

Calories in 1 tbsp; leaves (2 g)
4.7 calories, 0.9 from fat
 
Carbs
1 g
 
Proteins
0.5 g
 
Fat
0.1 g
 
Sat. Fat
0 g

KEY FACTS

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  • Basil, dried has medium calorie density - this means that the amount of calories you are getting from an ounce is moderate (0.08 cal/oz).
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals (348.7%/cal) - a good source of Vitamin K (helps prevent coronary artery disease and heart failure), Iron (a vital element for muscle health), Manganese (helps regulate the body's metabolism), Calcium (helps you build strong bones), Magnesium (essential for proper hydration), Copper (helps balance blood cholesterol levels), Potassium (helps prevent muscle cramps), Vitamin B6 (helps cure depression), Zinc (important for eliminating acne), Vitamin E (fights diabetes and Alzheimer's disease), Phosphorus (releaves minor health problems like muscle weakness, numbness and fatigue) and Vitamin A (helps prevent infectious diseases and vision problems).
  • Basil, dried contains a moderate amount of risky components that may include saturated fat, sodium and sugars (0.01%/oz).
  • Good source of proteins (46% of DV/100g) and fiber (151% of DV/100g)!
Calories Nutrition Risky Content
Medium
Density
(2.3 cal/g)
High
Density
(348.7 %/cal)
Medium
Density
(0.2 %/g)

NUTRITION FACTS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)
1%
Protein
0%
Carbs
3%
Fiber
0%
Fat
0%
Saturated Fat
0%
Cholesterol
0%
Sodium
0%
Added Sugar

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VITAMINS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Great source of Vitamin K

Helps prevent coronary artery disease and heart failure; Helps prevent cancer.

MINERALS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Great source of Iron

A vital element for muscle health; Important in regulating body temperature.

NUTRITION LABEL

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Nutrition Facts

Basil, dried

Serving Size: tbsp; leaves (2g)

* Amount Per Serving
Calories 4.7 cal
Calories from Fat 0.9 cal
% Daily Value
Total Fat 0.1 g 0.1%
Saturated Fat 0 g 0.2%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 1.5 mg 0.1%
Total Carbohydrate 1 g 0.3%
Dietary Fiber 0.8 g 3%
Sugars (Added) 0 g 0.1%
Protein 0.5 g 0.9%
 
Vitamins
Vitamin A 14.9 IU 0.3%
Vitamin B6 0 mg 1.3%
Vitamin B12 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin E 0.2 mg 0.7%
Vitamin K 34.3 mcg 42.9%
 
Minerals
Calcium (Ca) 44.8 mg 4.5%
Copper (Cu) 0 mg 2.1%
Iron (Fe) 1.8 mg 10%
Magnesium (Mg) 14.2 mg 3.6%
Manganese (Mn) 0.2 mg 9.8%
Potassium (K) 52.6 mg 1.5%
Phosphorus (P) 5.5 mg 0.5%
Selenium (Se) 0.1 mcg 0.1%
Zinc (Zn) 0.1 mg 0.9%