Basil, raw: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
Fragrant and sweet, raw basil leaves offer a pungent, slightly peppery, and aromatic flavor, essential for Italian and Southeast Asian cuisines, perfect in salads or as a garnish.
Per 100g reference serving, Basil, raw provides 23 kcal of energy, 3.15g protein (44% of calories), 2.65g total carbohydrates (37% of calories, including 1.6g dietary fiber and 0.3g sugars), and 0.64g total fat (19% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Basil, raw (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 18 mg | 20% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 264 µg | 29.3% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.8 mg | 5.3% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 415 µg | 100% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.034 mg | 2.8% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.076 mg | 5.8% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.902 mg | 5.6% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.155 mg | 9.1% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 68 µg | 17% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 68 µg | 17% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 68 µg | 17% DV |
| Choline | 11.4 mg | 2.1% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 3142 µg | 87.3% DV |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 46 µg | 7.7% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 5650 µg | 56.5% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Basil, raw (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 3.17 mg | 17.6% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 177 mg | 13.6% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 64 mg | 15.2% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 295 mg | 6.3% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.81 mg | 7.4% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 0.3 µg | 0.5% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 56 mg | 4.5% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.385 mg | 42.8% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 4 mg | 0.2% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.316 g | 19.7% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 0.073 g | 0.5% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 0.088 g | 0.3% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 0.389 g | 1.9% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 0.041 g | 0.2% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Basil, raw contains 23 calories (kcal), 3.15g of protein, 2.65g of carbohydrates (1.6g fiber, 0.3g total sugars), and 0.64g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Basil, raw has an estimated food pH of 8 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of -6.54 mEq/100g, classifying it as Alkaline-Forming (Negative PRAL).
Allergen tags for Basil, raw: None of the Top 9 major allergens. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 6+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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