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How Many Calories in Basil, Fresh?
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Quick reference — common serving sizes
| Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28g) | 7 kcal | 0.9g |
| 100g | 23 kcal | 3.1g |
| 5 leaves | 0 kcal | 0.1g |
A basil, fresh contains 23 calories per 100g. A typical 5 leaves (2g) provides about 0 calories. Basil, Fresh is low in calories. Accurate tracking starts with weighing portions — a digital kitchen scale removes all the guesswork.
Basil, Fresh Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving (2g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal | 0 kcal |
| Protein | 3.1g | 0.1g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.6g | 0.1g |
| of which Sugars | 0.3g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.6g | 0.0g |
| of which Saturates | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fibre | 1.6g | 0.0g |
| Sodium | 4.0mg | 0mg |
| Potassium | 295.0mg | 6mg |
| Calcium | 177.0mg | 4mg |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 0.1mg |
| Vitamin C | 18.0mg | 0.4mg |
| Vitamin A | 264.0µg | 5µg |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1mg | 0.0mg |
% of Daily Value (per 100g)
Based on a standard 2,000-calorie reference diet — the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK.
- Low in saturated fat (0% DV)
- Low in sodium (0% DV)
- A good source of calcium (14% DV)
- A good source of iron (18% DV)
- High in vitamin C (20% DV) — an excellent source
- High in vitamin A (29% DV) — an excellent source
- Calories: 1% DV
- Protein: 6% DV
- Carbohydrates: 1% DV
- Fibre: 6% DV
- Fat: 1% DV
- Saturated fat: 0% DV
- Sodium: 0% DV
- Potassium: 6% DV
- Calcium: 14% DV
- Iron: 18% DV
- Vitamin C: 20% DV
- Vitamin A: 29% DV
- Selenium: 1% DV
- Riboflavin (B2): 8% DV
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Good to know
Cooking method matters here too — boiling can leach some water-soluble vitamins into the cooking water, while steaming or roasting tends to retain more.
Does basil, fresh fit your diet?
Low-carb / keto
Basil, Fresh contains 2.6g of carbohydrate per 100g, low enough to fit comfortably within most low-carb or ketogenic daily carb allowances — check the fat and protein split above against your specific macro targets.
Weight management
At 23 calories per 100g, basil, fresh is calorie-light relative to its volume, which can help keep a meal within a calorie target without needing very small portions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in basil, fresh per 100g?
Basil, Fresh contains 23 calories per 100g, based on USDA reference data.
Is basil, fresh high in calories?
A 5 leaves of basil, fresh (2g) has around 0 calories — roughly 0% of a 2,000-calorie daily intake.
Is basil, fresh good for weight loss?
At 23 calories per 100g, basil, fresh is relatively low in calories and can fit well into a weight-loss diet. A 5 leaves provides about 0 calories.
How much protein is in basil, fresh?
Basil, Fresh contains 3.1g of protein per 100g.
Is basil, fresh a good source of fibre?
Basil, Fresh is relatively low in fibre at 1.6g per 100g, so pairing it with fibre-rich sides (vegetables, whole grains, legumes) can help balance a meal.
How does basil, fresh compare to capers, canned?
Basil, Fresh has 23 calories per 100g, close to capers, canned at 23 — 0 calories fewer per 100g. See the full macro breakdown above.
Is basil, fresh keto-friendly?
Basil, Fresh contains 2.6g of carbohydrate per 100g, which fits comfortably within most ketogenic daily carb allowances — check it against your specific daily carb target.
How many servings of basil, fresh for 20g of protein?
With 3.1g of protein per 100g, you'd need roughly 645g of basil, fresh to reach 20g of protein
Foods with a similar calorie count
Other vegetables closest to basil, fresh by calories per 100g:
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basil, Fresh (this page) | 23 kcal | 3.1g | 2.6g | 0.6g |
| Capers, Canned | 23 kcal | 2.4g | 4.9g | 0.9g |
| Alfalfa Seeds, Sprouted, Raw | 23 kcal | 4.0g | 2.1g | 0.7g |
| Amaranth Leaves, Raw | 23 kcal | 2.5g | 4.0g | 0.3g |
| Cabbage, Cooked, Boiled, Drained | 23 kcal | 1.3g | 5.5g | 0.1g |
| Carrots, Canned, Regular Pack, Solids and Liquids | 23 kcal | 0.6g | 5.4g | 0.1g |
| Cauliflower, Cooked, Boiled, Drained | 23 kcal | 1.8g | 4.1g | 0.5g |
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Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0). Values are per 100g unless stated.