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Medicinal herb, antioxidant, traditional use
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (chopped) of Kara basak (5 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (chopped) · 5 g
2
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
0.4g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 20% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.4 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (chopped) | 2 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 8 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 15 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 30 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 pack (chopped) | 50 g | 19 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
Kara basak is a herb or leafy plant used in food and traditional herbal preparations. It can be chopped into cooked dishes when sold as an edible herb; do not eat a wild plant unless its identity is certain.
Kara basak tea is made by steeping the dried herb in hot water. Because the name may refer to different plants, use only a product clearly identified for consumption rather than an unknown foraged plant.
Kara basak is generally used as an aromatic herb, but its exact flavor can vary because the common name may refer to different plants. Try a small amount in a cooked dish before using more.
Kara basak is described in traditional use as a medicinal herb, but that does not establish that it treats or prevents disease. Antioxidant content alone is not proof of a specific health benefit.
Yes, Kara basak can be added to food when it is sold and identified as an edible herb. Try it in soups, vegetable dishes, or sauces, starting with a small amount so its aroma does not dominate.
Neither form is universally better: fresh Kara basak suits dishes where you want a leafy texture, while dried herb is convenient for infusions or seasoning. Dried leaves may have a more concentrated aroma.
Keep fresh Kara basak unwashed in the refrigerator, wrapped loosely in a slightly damp paper towel, and use it promptly. Dry the leaves after washing, since trapped moisture can make them spoil faster.
Kara basak can be eaten raw only when it is a correctly identified edible product and has been washed thoroughly. If its plant identity is uncertain, do not taste it raw or use it in tea.
Yes, you can freeze Kara basak after washing and drying it well. Its leaves may become soft after thawing, so frozen Kara basak works better in cooked dishes than in salads.
There is not enough reliable information to say that drinking Kara basak every day is safe. Avoid regular medicinal use if the plant identity is unclear, and ask a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, take medication, or have a chronic condition.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
3.9µg · 3% DV
Vitamin C
0.8mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
6µg · 1% DV
Folate
1.6µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
6mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.11mg · 1% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
16mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 2 calories in 1 tablespoon (chopped) (5 g):
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Kara basak is a locally named herb or leafy green, used in small amounts rather than as a main vegetable. Its exact identity and customary preparation can vary by region, so ask a local grower or seller how it is typically used where you find it. It may be used fresh, finely chopped, or dried for later use.
Its flavour is herbal and can be mildly bitter, making it a natural fit for salads, cooked dishes or an infusion. Think of it as a seasoning green that brings character, not as the base of a meal. It provides fibre, with 3.8 g per 100 g. Try a little first, and pair it with lemon and olive oil to balance its stronger herbal notes.
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.
High
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.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.