Dill weed, fresh vs Thyme, fresh
Original comparison by NutriVerdict
Bottom line: Dill weed, fresh and Thyme, fresh score the same on nutrient density, 99 of 100.
Dill weed and thyme, both fresh, tie at 99 of 100 for nutrient density. Thyme carries more than double the calories of dill weed (101 vs 43 per 100 g) and more than six times the fiber (14 g vs 2.1 g), while dill weed has notably more sodium (61 mg vs 9 mg). Thyme also edges ahead on protein (5.56 g vs 3.46 g).
Choose dill weed when lower sodium and fewer calories matter more. Choose thyme for its higher fiber and protein content per 100 g, keeping in mind both herbs are typically used in small amounts. With matching scores, the sodium and fiber gaps are the most useful numbers for deciding between them.
Head to head, per 100 g
| Metric | Dill weed, fresh | Thyme, fresh |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrient Density Score | 99 | 99 |
| Calories | 43 kcal | 101 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 5.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7 g | 24 g |
| Dietary fiber | 2.1 g | 14 g |
| Sugars | - | - |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 61 mg | 9 mg |
| Potassium | 738 mg | 609 mg |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 405 mg |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 17 mg |
| Magnesium | 55 mg | 160 mg |
| Vitamin C | 85 mg | 160 mg |
| Vitamin A | 386 ug | 238 ug |
| Vitamin E | - | - |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Frequently asked questions
Which has more protein, Dill weed, fresh or Thyme, fresh?
Thyme, fresh has more protein, 5.6 g per 100 g to 3.5 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Dill weed, fresh is lower in calories, 43 kcal per 100 g to 101 kcal.
Which has more fiber?
Thyme, fresh has more dietary fiber, 14 g per 100 g to 2.1 g.