Basil, fresh
FDC 172232leaves (3 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 100 · +7 vs Spices & herbs medianOn our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Basil, fresh ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods we cover, scoring 100 of 100. Within spices & herbs it ranks 1 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of vitamin a (29% DV), an excellent source of vitamin c (20% DV), a good source of iron (18% DV). Most of its 23 calories per 100 grams come from protein.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal | 1% |
| Total fat | 0.64 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Sugars | 0.3 g | |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
| Potassium | 295 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% |
| Magnesium | 64 mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 264 µg | 29% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8 mg | 5% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | 0% |
| Total fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 0.12 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.08 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0.01 g | |
| Protein | 0.09 g | 0% |
| Potassium | 8.9 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 5.3 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 1.9 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.54 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7.9 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 172232Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict