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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
Mediterranean Herb Oil
Basil Pasta Noodles
Pasta Seasoning Mix
Italian Dipping Oil (For Bread)
Leg Of Lamb With Mustard Sauce
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
Frittata With Cherry Tomatoes And Baby Spinach
Easy-Peasy Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Basil Carrots
Roasted Tomato Sauce
Tomato Salad
Lemon Basil Carrots
Tomato, Bacon And Onion Fettuccine
Basil Tomato Sauce
Tomatoes With Feta Cheese
South Beach Diet Balsamic Vinaigrette
Refreshing, Simple Tomato Salad For Summer
Healthy Cucumber-Tomato Salad
No-Cook Pizza Sauce
Buttered Tomatoes
Simple Tomato Sauce
Italian Infused Oil
Tasty Spinach
Herbed Cherry Tomatoes
Crescent Pinwheels (From Pillsbury)
Basil Spread For Sandwiches
Marinara Sauce (Ww 2 Pointsplus)
Tomato Cucumber Salad
Creamy Tomato Soup
Tomato Basil Pizza Sauce
Basic Marinara Sauce
Pan Bread (Tiganopsoma)
Mussel Fritters
Pampered Chef Vinaigrette
Herbed Popovers
Swiss Chard And Tomato Frittata
Papa John'S Pizza Sauce
Dom Deluise'S Vegetable Stew
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