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Basil
Peak season
Season
Jun–Aug
Ruled by
♂ Mars
Calories
40 kcal
Protein
3.1 g
MW reference
1
Basil
Fresh basil is imported year-round, though its aromatic peak occurs during the UK’s outdoor season from June to September. Winter supplies rely on greenhouse cultivation or imports from warmer climates. Conversely, dried basil is a non-seasonal pantry staple, harvested during peak windows and processed for permanent, shelf-stable availability.
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g
Energy40 kcal / 169 kJ
Protein3.1 g
Carbs5.1 g
Fat0.8 g
Salt9 mg Na
Vitamin C26.0 mg
Iron5.50 mg
Figures are estimates per 100 g from reference data and may differ from the product you use. Always check the packaging for accurate nutrition and allergen information. Not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
Reference data McCance & Widdowson 2021
Basil, fresh · 13-804 · H
6 samples and literature sources
Energy & Proximates
Energy40.00kcal
Energy169.00kJ
Water88.00g
Protein3.10g
Fat0.80g
Carbohydrates5.10g
of which sugars—g
of which starch—g
Fibre (AOAC)—g
Fibre (NSP)—g
Alcohol—g
Fat Breakdown
Total fat0.80g
Saturated—g
Monounsaturated—g
Polyunsaturated—g
Trans—g
Omega-3—g
Omega-6—g
Cholesterol—mg
Minerals
Sodium9.00mg
Potassium300.00mg
Calcium250.00mg
Magnesium11.00mg
Phosphorus37.00mg
Iron5.500mg
Copper—mg
Zinc0.700mg
Selenium—µg
Iodine—µg
Vitamins
Vitamin A660.00µg
Vitamin D—µg
Vitamin E—mg
Vitamin C26.00mg
Thiamin (B1)0.080mg
Riboflavin (B2)0.310mg
Niacin (B3)1.100mg
Vitamin B6—mg
Vitamin B12—µg
Folate—µg
Recipes using Basil
Basil Pasta Noodles
Mediterranean Herb Oil
Pasta Seasoning Mix
Leg Of Lamb With Mustard Sauce
Italian Dipping Oil (For Bread)
Best Tomato Bruschetta
Basic Tomato-Basil Sauce
Halibut With Fresh Tomato Sauce
Greek Potatoes
Pasta with hazelnut pesto and asparagus
Basil Mint-Infused Honey
Anytime Garlic Butter
Shira'S Sun-Dried Tomato Spread
Honey Mustard Marinade For Chicken Or Salmon
Scrambled Eggs Over Fresh Sliced Tomatoes And Basil
Lemon-Lime Basil Ade
Easy Lime Basil Roast Chicken
No-Cook Pizza Sauce
Roasted Tomato Sauce
Easy-Peasy Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Lemon Basil Carrots
Tomato Salad
Tomato, Bacon And Onion Fettuccine
Tomatoes With Feta Cheese
Refreshing, Simple Tomato Salad For Summer
Basil Tomato Sauce
South Beach Diet Balsamic Vinaigrette
Basil Carrots
Frittata With Cherry Tomatoes And Baby Spinach
Healthy Cucumber-Tomato Salad
Buttered Tomatoes
Italian Infused Oil
Simple Tomato Sauce
Crescent Pinwheels (From Pillsbury)
Herbed Cherry Tomatoes
Basil Spread For Sandwiches
Tasty Spinach
Marinara Sauce (Ww 2 Pointsplus)
Pan Bread (Tiganopsoma)
Tomato Cucumber Salad
Pampered Chef Vinaigrette
Basic Marinara Sauce
Tomato Basil Pizza Sauce
Creamy Tomato Soup
Mussel Fritters
Herbed Popovers
Swiss Chard And Tomato Frittata
Papa John'S Pizza Sauce
Spring vegetable soup with basil pesto
Dom Deluise'S Vegetable Stew
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