1 tablespoon (medium) of Thyme (3 g) has 3 calories. That works out to 101 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 42.9 µg of Vitamin K covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Thyme Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

101

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

24.5g

· 9% DV

Protein

5.6g

· 11% DV

Fat

1.7g

· 2% DV

Fiber

14g

· 50% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 17% · Fat 11%

Thyme Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

1714µg · 1428% DV

Vitamin C

160.1mg · 178% DV

0.51mg · 43% DV

0.4mg · 31% DV

Minerals

Copper

1mg · 111% DV

Iron

18mg · 100% DV

Manganese

2mg · 87% DV

Calcium

405mg · 41% DV

How Nutritious Is Thyme?

Nutrient density

Very high

92/ 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

68/ 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.

Thyme 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 Thyme

To burn the 101 calories in 100 g:

🚶

25min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

10min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

14min

Cycling

🏊

12min

Swimming

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

Is Thyme 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 Thyme 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 Thyme 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

Thyme Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.47g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.08g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.59g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 0.4:1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thyme

How many calories are in thyme?

Thyme contains 101 calories per 100 g. The same amount provides 5.6 g of protein, 24.5 g of carbohydrates, and 1.7 g of fat.

Is thyme suitable for a keto diet?

Yes, thyme is compatible with a keto diet. It has a glycemic index of 5 and is also suitable for ketovore, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free eating patterns.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026