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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Dried Basil"
| Food Name: Dried Basil | |
| Food Group: Spices and Herbs | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 233 | Total Fat (g): 4 |
| Protein (g): 23 | Carbohydrates (g): 48 |
| Sugars (g): 2 | Fiber (g): 38 |
| Net Carbs (g): 10 | Water (g): 10 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 2 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 1238 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 498 | Omega-3 (mg): 296 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 203 | ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 296 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 744 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 37 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 1 | Vitamin E (mg): 11 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 1715 | Riboflavin/B2 (mg): 1 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 5 | Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 |
| Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 310 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 310 | Folate DFE (mcg): 310 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 2240 | Iron (mg): 90 |
| Magnesium (mg): 711 | Phosphorus (mg): 274 |
| Potassium (mg): 2630 | Sodium (mg): 76 |
| Zinc (mg): 7 | Copper (mg): 2 |
| Manganese (mg): 10 | Selenium (mcg): 3 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 260 | Threonine (mg): 760 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 1060 | Leucine (mg): 1850 |
| Lysine (mg): 1150 | Methionine (mg): 320 |
| Cystine (mg): 190 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1250 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 750 | Valine (mg): 1450 |
| Arginine (mg): 1230 | Histidine (mg): 450 |
| Alanine (mg): 1180 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 3020 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 2570 | Glycine (mg): 1250 |
| Proline (mg): 2700 | Serine (mg): 530 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 55 | Betaine (mg): 16 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 378 | Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 113 |
| Lycopene (mcg): 393 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 1150 |
| PRAL Score: -82 | |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Glucose (g): 1 | Fructose (g): 1 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Dried Basil
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Dried Basil'?
100 grams of 'Dried Basil' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 23g (around 46% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 48g (around 17% of daily requirement),
Fat – 4g (around 5% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Dried Basil'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Dried Basil' provides around 233 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 12% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Dried Basil' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Dried Basil' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 23g protein, 48g carbs, and 4g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Dried Basil' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Dried Basil' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 2240 mg (172% DV),
Iron (mg): 90 mg (500% DV),
Potassium (mg): 2630 mg (56% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 711 mg (169% DV),
Zinc (mg): 7 mg (64% DV),
Copper (mg): 2 mg (222% DV),
Manganese (mg): 10 mg (435% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Phosphorus (mg): 274 mg (22% DV).
'Dried Basil' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Selenium (mcg): 3 mcg (5% DV),
Sodium (mg): 76 mg (3% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Dried Basil in significant amounts?
'Dried Basil' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin E (mg): 11 mg (73% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 1715 mcg (1429% DV),
Riboflavin/B2 (mg): 1 mg (77% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 5 mg (31% DV),
Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 mg (77% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 310 mcg (78% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 310 mcg (78% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 310 mcg (78% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Vitamin A (IU): 744 IU (25% DV),
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Dried Basil' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 37 mcg (4% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 1 mg (1% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Dried Basil' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Dried Basil' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Iron (mg): 90 mg (200% of max recommended),
Manganese (mg): 10 mg (91% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Copper (mg): 2 mg (20% of max recommended).