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; ground (5 g)
11.7 calories, 1.8 from fat
 
Carbs
2.4 g
 
Proteins
1.1 g
 
Fat
0.2 g
 
Sat. Fat
0.1 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 (aids in transporting oxygen to the body cells), Manganese (essential for healthy bones), Calcium (helps prevent cancer), Magnesium (helps you to get bigger and stronger muscles), Copper (essential for normal growth and health), Potassium (plays an important role in the process of keeping brain function normal level), Vitamin B6 (reduces the risk of heart attack), Zinc (very important in dealing with prostate disorders), Vitamin E (plays a role in preventing strokes and cataracts), Phosphorus (helps provide effective digestion) and Vitamin A (keeps skin and mucous membrane cells healthy).
  • 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
Calorie Density
Medium
Density
(2.3 cal/g)
Nutrition Density
High
Density
(348.7 %/cal)
High Risk Components Density
Medium
Density
(0.2 %/g)

NUTRITION FACTS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)
2%
Protein
1%
Carbs
8%
Fiber
0%
Fat
1%
Saturated Fat
0%
Cholesterol
0%
Sodium
0%
Added Sugar

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VITAMINS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)
Basil, dried Vitamins Chart

Great source of Vitamin K

Helps prevent cancer; Fights Alzheimer's disease.

MINERALS

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

Great source of Iron

Aids in transporting oxygen to the body cells; Important in regulating body temperature.

NUTRITION LABEL

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

Nutrition Facts

Basil, dried

Serving Size: tbsp; ground (5g)

* Amount Per Serving
Calories 11.7 cal
Calories from Fat 1.8 cal
% Daily Value
Total Fat 0.2 g 0.3%
Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 3.8 mg 0.2%
Total Carbohydrate 2.4 g 0.8%
Dietary Fiber 1.9 g 7.5%
Sugars (Added) 0.1 g 0.3%
Protein 1.1 g 2.3%
 
Vitamins
Vitamin A 37.2 IU 0.7%
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg 3.4%
Vitamin B12 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin C 0 mg 0.1%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin E 0.5 mg 1.8%
Vitamin K 85.7 mcg 107.2%
 
Minerals
Calcium (Ca) 112 mg 11.2%
Copper (Cu) 0.1 mg 5.3%
Iron (Fe) 4.5 mg 24.9%
Magnesium (Mg) 35.6 mg 8.9%
Manganese (Mn) 0.5 mg 24.5%
Potassium (K) 131.5 mg 3.8%
Phosphorus (P) 13.7 mg 1.4%
Selenium (Se) 0.2 mcg 0.2%
Zinc (Zn) 0.4 mg 2.4%