1 tablespoon (medium) of Dried Basil (2 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 251 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 34.3 µg of Vitamin K covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Dried Basil Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

251

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

61g

· 22% DV

Protein

14g

· 28% DV

Fat

· 5% DV

Fiber

37g

· 132% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 73% · Protein 17% · Fat 10%

Dried Basil Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

1714µg · 1428% DV

1.2mg · 92% DV

Vitamin A

744µg · 83% DV

Folate

310µg · 78% DV

Minerals

Iron

90mg · 500% DV

Copper

3mg · 333% DV

Manganese

7mg · 304% DV

Calcium

2240mg · 224% DV

How Nutritious Is Dried Basil?

Nutrient density

Very high

90/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

High

66/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Dried Basil Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Dried Basil

To burn the 251 calories in 100 g:

🚶

62min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

26min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

34min

Cycling

🏊

29min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Dried Basil Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Dried Basil Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Dried Basil Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Dried Basil Fat Profile

SATURATED

MONOUNSATURATED

0.5g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.2g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3.7:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dried Basil

How many calories are in dried basil?

Dried basil contains 251 calories per 100 g. The same amount provides 14 g of protein, 61 g of carbohydrates, and 4 g of fat.

Is dried basil suitable for a keto diet?

Yes, dried basil is compatible with a keto diet. It has a glycemic index of 5 and provides 37 g of fiber per 100 g.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026