Basil, fresh: nutrition facts
A 100 g serving of Basil, fresh has 23 calories. About 37% of those calories come from carbohydrates, 44% from protein and 20% from fat.
- 23calories per 100 g
- 3.15 gprotein
- 2.65 gcarbohydrates
- 0.64 gfat
Nutrition facts per 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal |
| Protein | 3.15 g |
| Total fat | 0.64 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.65 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g |
| Sugars | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 4 mg |
| Potassium | 295 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Calcium | 177 mg |
| Iron | 3.17 mg |
Nutrition per serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 leaves | 2.5 g | 1 | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| 2 tbsp, chopped | 5.3 g | 1 | 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| 0.25 cup leaves, whole | 6 g | 1 | 0.2 g | 0.2 g | 0 g |
Values are averages from USDA FoodData Central and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation. This is general information, not medical or dietary advice.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 100 g of basil?
A 100 g serving of Basil, fresh has 23 calories, according to USDA data.
How many calories are in one serving of basil?
A serving of 5 leaves weighs about 2.5 g and has about 1 calories.
How much protein is in basil?
100 g of Basil, fresh has 3.15 g of protein.