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Basil: calories and nutrition
Basil: 22 calories per 100 g. A 6 g portion (1/4 cup leaves, whole) has 1.3 calories, 0.2 g of protein, 0.2 g of carbohydrates and 0 g of fat.
The numbers above are for: Raw.
At a glance
- Very light: 22 calories per 100 g, so you can eat a big portion for few calories.
- Protein makes up 56% of its calories (3.1 g per 100 g), which makes it a strong protein source.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Your portion |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 22 | |
| Protein | 3.1 g | g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.6 g | g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | g |
| Sugars | 0.3 g | g |
| Fat | 0.6 g | g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | g |
| Sodium | 4 mg | mg |
Every kind of basil, per 100 g
How the numbers change with the cut, the variety and the cooking.
| Kind | kcal | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw | 22 | 3.1 | 2.6 | 0.6 |
| Dried | 233 | 23 | 48 | 4.1 |
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 2015, Health Canada. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence - Canada. Values are averages and vary by variety, brand and preparation.
Questions
How many calories are in a 6 g portion of basil?
1.3 calories in 6 g. Per 100 g: 22 calories.
How much protein is in basil?
3.1 g per 100 g, or 0.2 g in a 6 g portion.
How many carbs are in basil?
2.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, including 1.6 g of fiber and 0.3 g of sugars.
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