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Basil, fresh
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Basil, fresh

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Calories
23kcal
Protein
3.15g
Protein / 100 kcal
13.7g
Total fat
0.64g
Values per 100 g edible portion

Basil, fresh is a herbs & spices food. A 100 g edible portion provides 23 calories, 3.2 g of protein, 2.7 g of carbohydrate and 0.6 g of fat. That works out to 13.7 g of protein per 100 calories. By its ingredients it is vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free. All figures are per 100 g and trace to USDA FoodData Central.

Calories from macros29 kcal
  • Protein3.15 g · 43.5%
  • Carbs2.65 g · 36.6%
  • Fat0.64 g · 19.9%

Where Basil, fresh ranks

Nutrition

13.7 g protein / 100 kcal

Energy

  • Energy
    23 kcal

Macronutrients

  • Protein
    3.15 g
    6%
  • Carbohydrate
    2.65 g
    1%
  • Fiber
    1.6 g
    6%
  • Total sugars
    0.3 g
  • Total fat
    0.64 g
    1%
  • Saturated fat
    0.04 g
    0%

Minerals

  • Sodium
    4 mg
    0%
  • Potassium
    295 mg
    6%
  • Calcium
    177 mg
    14%
  • Iron
    3.17 mg
    18%
  • Magnesium
    64 mg
    15%

Vitamins

  • Vitamin C
    18 mg
    20%
  • Vitamin D
    —

% Daily Value based on FDA reference amounts for a general adult diet. Individual needs vary. Missing values are shown as “—”, never zero.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Basil, fresh?
Basil, fresh has 23 calories per 100 g edible portion.
How much protein is in Basil, fresh?
Basil, fresh has 3.2 g of protein per 100 g edible portion.
How many carbs are in Basil, fresh?
Basil, fresh has 2.7 g of carbohydrate per 100 g edible portion.
How much fat is in Basil, fresh?
Basil, fresh has 0.6 g of total fat per 100 g edible portion.
How much fiber is in Basil, fresh?
Basil, fresh has 1.6 g of fiber per 100 g edible portion.
How much sugar is in Basil, fresh?
Basil, fresh has 0.3 g of total sugars per 100 g edible portion.
Is Basil, fresh high in protein?
Basil, fresh provides 13.7 g of protein per 100 calories — a high protein-to-calorie ratio.
Is Basil, fresh keto-friendly?
Basil, fresh has 2.7 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. Ketogenic diets keep carbs very low, so this fits easily within most keto plans (per 100 g).
Is Basil, fresh vegan?
Yes — Basil, fresh contains no animal products, so it is vegan.
Is Basil, fresh vegetarian?
Yes — Basil, fresh is vegetarian.
Is Basil, fresh gluten-free?
Yes — Basil, fresh contains no gluten-bearing grains.
Is Basil, fresh dairy-free?
Yes — Basil, fresh contains no milk or dairy ingredients.
What is a serving size of Basil, fresh?
A common serving of Basil, fresh is 5 undetermined leaves (about 3 g). Use the serving selector on this page to see nutrition for any portion.

Educational information only — not medical advice. See our methodology.