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Italian seasoning Calories
Mixed dried herb seasoning
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (diced) of Italian seasoning (1 g) has 3 calories. That works out to 276 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 17.1 µg of Vitamin K covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Italian seasoning Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (diced) · 1 g
3
KCAL / 1G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 86% · Protein 14% · Fat 0%
Italian seasoning nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (diced) (1 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 3 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.77 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Teaspoon of Diced Italian seasoning?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (diced) | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (diced) | 3 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 5 g | 14 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 6 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 8 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 20 g | 55 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 276 kcal |
Calculated from 276 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Italian seasoning
What is Italian seasoning used for?
Italian seasoning is used to flavor pasta sauces, soups, roasted vegetables, meat, and salad dressings. Its dried herbs pair especially well with tomatoes, olive oil, and garlic, so it works in many Italian-inspired dishes.
What herbs are in Italian seasoning?
Italian seasoning commonly combines dried oregano, basil, rosemary, thyme, and marjoram. Recipes and store-bought blends vary, and some include herbs such as sage, so the exact mix is not standardized.
Can I use Italian seasoning in spaghetti sauce?
Yes, Italian seasoning works well in spaghetti sauce. Stir it into the sauce as it cooks so the dried herbs have time to release their flavor; add it earlier for a long-simmered sauce.
What can I use instead of Italian seasoning?
Use a mixture of oregano and basil as a practical substitute for Italian seasoning. Add a little rosemary or marjoram if available; if you only have one herb, oregano gives a similar savory, Mediterranean character.
How do you make Italian seasoning at home?
Make Italian seasoning by crumbling and mixing dried herbs such as oregano, basil, rosemary, thyme, and marjoram. It is a minimally processed seasoning blend when made from dried herbs alone, with no need for added ingredients.
Is Italian seasoning the same as herbes de Provence?
No, Italian seasoning and herbes de Provence are different herb blends, though their ingredients can overlap. Herbes de Provence often features lavender or savory, while Italian seasoning commonly leans on oregano and basil.
When should I add Italian seasoning to a dish?
Add Italian seasoning while a dish is cooking when you want its dried herbs to infuse the food. For uncooked dips or vinaigrettes, mix it in ahead of serving so the herbs can soften and release their aroma.
Can Italian seasoning be used as a bread dip?
Yes, Italian seasoning makes a simple bread dip when stirred into olive oil. Let it stand briefly before serving so the dried herbs can flavor the oil; add garlic or a little vinegar if desired.
Does Italian seasoning go well with chicken?
Yes, Italian seasoning pairs well with chicken, especially when combined with olive oil, lemon, and garlic. Rub it over the chicken before roasting or grilling, or stir it into a marinade.
Does Italian seasoning expire?
Italian seasoning does not usually become unsafe just because it is old, but its aroma and flavor fade over time. Keep it sealed away from heat and moisture, and replace it when it smells weak.
Italian seasoning Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
17.14µg · 14% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.74µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.08mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.37mg · 2% DV
Calcium
18mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
13mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.77mg · 0% DV
Italian seasoning Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Italian seasoning
To burn the 3 calories in 1 teaspoon (diced) (1 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Italian seasoning?
Italian seasoning is a blend of dried herbs, commonly including oregano, basil, rosemary and thyme; the exact mix varies by brand and recipe. Rather than one fixed traditional blend, these herbs are often used together in Italian-inspired cooking. In Italy and in kitchens around the world, Italian seasoning is an easy way to flavour tomato sauces, pasta, pizza, roasted vegetables and meat. It tastes savoury, fragrant and distinctly herbal, with a more pronounced aroma when added near the end of cooking.
Dried herbs are concentrated in fibre by weight, but the seasoning is used in small amounts, so its main role is flavour rather than nutrition. It pairs especially well with olive oil and tomatoes. For a lighter dish, start with a small pinch and build the flavour instead of relying on extra oil or salt.
How Nutritious Is Italian seasoning?
Nutrient density
High
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
Medium
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.
Is Italian seasoning 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 Italian seasoning Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Italian seasoning 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
Italian seasoning Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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