Basil nutrition facts
23calories per 2 tbsp (4 g)
Macro breakdown
Protein
3.2 g
44% of calories
Carbs
2.7 g
37% of calories
Fat
0.6 g
20% of calories
Portion calculator
Base serving: 2 tbsp (4 g)
Servings
Calories
23
for 1 × 2 tbsp
Protein
3.2 g
Carbs
2.7 g
Fat
0.6 g
Fibre
1.6 g
Sugar
0.3 g
Sodium
6 mg
Nutrition facts
| Calories | 23 |
| Protein | 3.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.7 g |
| Sugar | 0.3 g |
| Fibre | 1.6 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 6 mg |
Calories by serving size
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per serving · 2 tbsp (4 g) | 23 | 3.2 g | 2.7 g | 0.6 g | 6 mg |
| Per 100 g | 575 | 78.8 g | 66.3 g | 16 g | 150 mg |
Is Basil healthy?
Basil has 23 calories per serving. Here's the quick read:
- •It's protein-rich — about 3 g of protein per serving.
- •A good source of fibre (2 g per serving).
- •Calorie-dense, so portion size matters.
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Frequently asked
How many calories are in Basil?
Basil has 23 calories per serving (2 tbsp (4 g)).
How much protein is in Basil?
A serving of Basil contains 3.2 g of protein.
How many carbs are in Basil?
A serving of Basil has 2.7 g of carbohydrates, including 0.3 g of sugar.