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Basil, raw

Herbs 46 kcal / 100 g FSVO V7.1

100 g of Basil, raw provides 46 kcal (194 kJ). Its composition stands out for its content of iron (5.5 mg), calcium (250 mg) and vitamin C (26 mg) per 100 g. This food belongs to the “Herbs” category (“Vegetables” family) of the Swiss database.

Basil, raw

The essentials for 100 g

Protein3.1 g 6%
Fat0.8 g 1%
Carbohydrates5.1 g 2%
Dietary fibre3.1 g 10%

% of nutrient reference values (adults), for the displayed portion.

Detailed composition

for 100 g
NutrientValue% NRV*
Macronutrients
Energy46 kcal (194 kJ)C2%
Protein3.1 gA6%
Fat0.8 gA1%
of which saturated fat0.1 gA1%
of which polyunsaturated0.4 gAn/a
of which omega-3n/an/a
Carbohydrates5.1 gA2%
of which sugars5 gA6%
Dietary fibre3.1 gA10%
Water86.4 gAn/a
Alcohol0 gAn/a
Minerals
Calcium250 mgA31%
Iron5.5 mgA39%
Magnesium11 mgA3%
Phosphorus37 mgA5%
Potassium300 mgA15%
Sodium9 mgA0%
Zinc0.7 mgA7%
Vitamins
Vitamin D0 µgA0%
Vitamin B120 µgA0%
Vitamin C26 mgA26%
Folate50 µgA25%

* Share of the nutrient reference values for adults (Swiss FIC ordinance, annex 10), for the displayed portion. For dietary fibre the annex sets no value: the 30 g a day is an indicative benchmark. “n/a”: value not available in the source, never estimated by us. A, E or C indicates each value’s origin.

As a share of daily needs

Covered by 100 g · reference population: average adult.

Protein6%
Fat1%
Carbohydrates2%
Dietary fibre10%
Iron39%
Calcium31%
Vitamin C26%
Folate25%
Potassium15%

Quick comparison

Difference per 100 g from this food’s point of view: “+” = it contains more than the compared food.

ComparisonProteinFatEnergy
vs Peppermint, fresh− 0.7 g+ 0.1 g− 3 kcal
vs Sage, raw+ 1.4 g− 1.3 g− 13 kcal
vs Chives, fresh+ 0.1 g+ 0.2 g+ 16 kcal
vs Rosemary, fresh+ 2.3 g− 1.7 g− 16 kcal
vs Thyme, fresh+ 1.6 g− 0.4 g− 6 kcal

Frequently asked questions

How many calories in 100 g of Basil, raw?
100 g of Basil, raw provides 46 kcal, i.e. 194 kJ (FSVO data V7.1).
How much protein in 100 g of Basil, raw?
100 g provides 3.1 g of protein, i.e. 6% of the adult reference value (50 g).
What is the fat content of 100 g of Basil, raw?
100 g contains 0.8 g of fat, of which 0.1 g saturated fatty acids.
Where do these values come from?
From the Swiss food composition database V7.1 published by the FSVO (July 2026). Every value carries an origin indicator: A (measured), E (estimated) or C (calculated).
Which preparation state do the values refer to?
To the official label “Basil, raw” in the database: the state (raw, cooked, drained…) is specified where relevant. Preparation substantially changes the composition per 100 g, especially the water content.

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