Thyme, fresh
FDC 173470tsp (1 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 99 · +6 vs Spices & herbs medianFresh thyme lands close to the top of the herb rankings, scoring 99 of 100 (Elite band) and placing 2nd of 60 in Spices & herbs. Per 100 grams it delivers 178% DV vitamin C and 97% DV iron, with fiber at 50% DV and magnesium at 38% DV.
In practice thyme is used sparingly, a teaspoon of leaves stirred into a roast, soup, or bean dish rather than eaten by the spoonful, so those headline percentages describe the whole herb, not a typical pinch. It pairs naturally with lemon, garlic, and root vegetables, and at 101 calories per 100 grams it barely registers in a day's energy total when used the way most cooks actually use it.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 101 kcal | 5% |
| Total fat | 1.7 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.47 g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 24 g | 9% |
| Dietary fiber | 14 g | 50% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
| Potassium | 609 mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 405 mg | 31% |
| Iron | 17 mg | 97% |
| Magnesium | 160 mg | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 160 mg | 178% |
| Vitamin A | 238 µg | 26% |
| Vitamin E | - |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | 0% |
| Total fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 0.09 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.24 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.14 g | 1% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Potassium | 6.1 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 4.1 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.17 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 1.6 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2.4 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 173470Original 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
Versus the spices & herbs median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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