Nutrient & Flavor Information For Common Herbs & Spices (Per Gram)
Allspice
Ancho Powder
Annatto Seeds
Baharat Seasoning
Basil
Bay Leaves
Black Pepper
Cardamom
Carom Seeds
Cayenne Pepper
Celery Seeds
Chervil
Chia Seeds
Chicory
Chili Powder
Chinese Five-Spice Powder
Chipotle Powder
Chives
Cilantro
Cinnamon
Cloves
Coriander
Cumin
Curry Powder
Dill
Dukkah
Elderflower
Fenugreek
Flax Seeds
Garam Masala
Garlic Powder
Ginger
Gochugaru
Grains of Paradise
Herbes de Provence
Holy Basil
Kaffir Lime Leaves
Kosher Salt
Lavender
Lemon Basil
Lemon Thyme
Lemongrass
Loomi
Lovage
Mace
Mahlab
Marjoram
Mint
Mojo Seasoning
Mustard Powder
Nutmeg
Old Bay Seasoning
Onion Powder
Oregano
Paprika
Parsley
Pickling Salt
Pickling Spice
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Ras El Hanout
Rosemary
Safflower
Saffron
Sage
Sea Salt
Star Anise
Sumac
Summer Savory
Tarragon
Thai Basil
Thyme
Turmeric
Water Hyssop
Za’atar Seasoning Blend
Allspice
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.64
Protein: 0.06
Fats: 0.08
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Iron
Flavor: Aromatic, Peppery, Savory, Spicy
Ancho Powder
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.72
Protein: 0.23
Fats: 0.15
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Iron
Flavor: Earthy, Smoky, Spicy, Sweet
Annatto Seeds
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.67
Protein: 0.15
Fats: 0.18
Vitamins: Vitamin E
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc
Flavor: Nutty, Peppery, Smoky, Sweet
Baharat Seasoning
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.73
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0.08
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Flavor: Aromatic, Earthy, Smoky, Warm
Basil
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.34
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Fragrant, Herbal, Sweet
Bay Leaves
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.7
Protein: 0.07
Fats: 0.08
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Folate
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Aromatic, Bitter, Earthy, Warm
Black Pepper
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.73
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc
Flavor: Earthy, Peppery, Piney, Pungent, Spicy, Warm, Woody
Cardamom
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.68
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0.06
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Citrusy, Peppery, Pungent, Warm
Carom Seeds
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.2
Protein: 0.15
Fats: 0.23
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Pungent, Spicy, Sweet
Cayenne Pepper
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.56
Protein: 0.12
Fats: 0.17
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Fiery, Hot, Spicy
Celery Seeds
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.52
Protein: 0.19
Fats: 0.14
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Earthy, Nutty, Savory
Chervil
Calories: 1
Carbohydrates: 0.17
Protein: 0.13
Fats: 0.02
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Bitter, Minty
Chia Seeds
Calories: 4
Carbohydrates: 0.34
Protein: 0.16
Fats: 0.23
Vitamins: Vitamin E, Folate
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc
Flavor: Nutty
Chicory
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.47
Protein: 0.17
Fats: 0.3
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Nutty, Mild
Chili Powder
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.69
Protein: 0.23
Fats: 0.15
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Flavor: Earthy, Spicy, Smoky
Chinese Five Spice
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.7
Protein: 0.06
Fats: 0.12
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Flavor: Aromatic, Pungent, Sweet, Spicy
Chipotle Powder
Calories: 4
Carbohydrates: 1Â
Protein: 0.2Â
Fats: 0.1Â
Vitamins: Chipotle powder is not a significant source of vitamins per gram.
Minerals: Chipotle powder is not a significant source of minerals per gram.
Flavor: Nutty, Mild
Chives
Calories: 1.6Â
Carbohydrates: 0.36Â
Protein: 0.1Â
Fats: 0.02Â
Vitamins: Vitamin K
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Manganese
Flavor: Onion-like, Mild
Cilantro
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.34
Protein: 0.23
Fats: 0.02
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Citrusy, Fresh, Herbaceous
Cinnamon
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.81
Protein: 0.04
Fats: 0.01
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Sweet, Warm, Woody
Cloves
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.87
Protein: 0.2
Fats: 0.13
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Aromatic, Bitter, Pungent, Sweet
Coriander
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.34
Protein: 0.14
Fats: 0.17
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Citrusy, Nutty, Spicy
Cumin
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.44
Protein: 0.17
Fats: 0.22
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Earthy, Nutty, Spicy
Curry
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.31
Protein: 0.09
Fats: 0.12
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Flavor: Aromatic, Spicy, Warm
Dill
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.39
Protein: 0.04
Fats: 0.19
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Fresh, Herbaceous, Slightly tangy
Dukkah
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.43
Protein: 0.19
Fats: 0.34
Vitamins: Vitamin E
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium
Flavor: Nutty, Spicy
Elderflower
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.64
Protein: 0.3
Fats: 0.3
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Potassium
Flavor: Floral, Sweet
Fenugreek
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.58g
Protein: 0.24g
Fats: 0.09g
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium
Flavor: Bitter, Nutty
Flax Seeds
Calories: 5
Carbohydrates: 0.29g
Protein: 0.2g
Fats: 0.41g
Vitamins: Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Folate
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Nutty, Earthy
Fennel Seeds
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.54
Protein: 0.15
Fats: 0.12
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Anise-like, Licorice, Sweet
Garam Masala
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 10.65g
Protein: 0.11g
Fats: 0.02g
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron
Flavor: Spicy, Warm
Garlic Powder
Calories: 5
Carbohydrates: 1.09
Protein: 0.4
Fats: 0.1
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Flavor: Pungent, Savory
Ginger
Calories: 4
Carbohydrates: 0.79
Protein: 0.84
Fats: 0.75
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Earthy, Peppery, Spicy
Gochugaru
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.55
Protein: 0.17
Fats: 0.13
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Iron
Flavor: Spicy, Smoky, Fruity
Grains of Paradise
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.73
Protein: 0.13
Fats: 0.04
Vitamins: –
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Peppery, Citrusy, Warm
Herbes de Provence
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.50
Protein: 0.12
Fats: 0.04
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Flavor: Herbaceous, Floral
Holy Basil
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.38
Protein: 0.24
Fats: 0.23
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron
Flavor: Peppery, Clove-like
Kaffir Lime Leaves
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.38
Protein: 0.15
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron
Flavor: Citrusy, Floral, Fragrant
Kosher Salt
Calories: 0
Carbohydrates: 0
Protein: 0
Fats: 0
Vitamins: –
Minerals: Sodium
Flavor: Salty
Lavender
Calories: 4
Carbohydrates: 0.82
Protein: 0.14
Fats: 0.08
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron
Flavor: Floral, Sweet, Herbaceous
Lemon Basil
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.7
Protein: 0.14
Fats: 0.06
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron
Flavor: Citrusy, Sweet, Herbaceous
Lemon Basil
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.70
Protein: 0.14
Fats: 0.06
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron
Flavor: Citrusy, Herbaceous
Lemongrass
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.49
Protein: 0.17
Fats: 0.06
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron
Flavor: Citrusy, Fragrant
Loomi
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.64
Protein: 0.03
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: –
Minerals: Calcium, Iron
Flavor: Tangy, Citrusy, Sour
Lovage
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.63
Protein: 0.14
Fats: 0.05
Vitamins: –
Minerals: Calcium, Iron
Flavor: Tangy, Citrusy, Sour
Mace
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.49
Protein: 0.06
Fats: 0.36
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, ZincÂ
Flavor: Citrusy, Pungent, Warm
Mahlab
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.58
Protein: 0.14
Fats: 0.07
Vitamins: Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Floral, Fruity, Nutty
Marjoram
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.45
Protein: 0.13
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, FolateÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, ZincÂ
Flavor: Citrusy, Piney, Warm
Mint
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.40
Protein: 0.25
Fats: 0.04
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Clean, Cooling, Sharp, Sweet
Mustard Powder
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.61
Protein: 0.26
Fats: 0.33
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Nutty, Pungent, Spicy
Nutmeg
Calories: 5
Carbohydrates: 0.49
Protein: 0.04
Fats: 0.36
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Aromatic, Warm, Sweet
Onion Powder
Calories:Â
Carbohydrates:Â
Protein:Â
Fats:Â
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Flavor: Savory, Sweet
Old Bay Seasoning
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.56
Protein: 0.13
Fats: 0.14
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, ZincÂ
Flavor: Spicy, Sweet, Warm
Oregano
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.39
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Flavor: Earthy, Peppery, Robust
Paprika
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.60
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Flavor: Smoky, Sweet
Parsley
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.52
Protein: 0.25
Fats: 0.06
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium
Flavor:
Pickling Salt
Calories: 0
Carbohydrates: 0
Protein: 0
Fats: 0
Vitamins: No significant vitamins
Minerals: Sodium
Flavor: Salty
Pickling Spice
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.6.07
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0
Vitamins: Vitamin C
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium
Flavor: Sweet, Warm
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.67
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Aromatic, Nutty, Peppery, Pungent, Sweet, Warm
Ras El Hanout
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.59
Protein: 0.11
Fats: 0.08
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Exotic, Pungent, Sweet, Warm
Rosemary
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.46
Protein: 0.15
Fats: 0.04
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Aromatic, Peppery, Piney, Pungent, Woody
Safflower
Calories: 9
Carbohydrates: 0.14
Protein: 0.24
Fats: 0.93
Vitamins: Vitamin EÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Mild, Sweet
Saffron
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.64
Protein: 0.12
Fats: 0.06
Vitamins: Vitamin AÂ
Minerals: IronÂ
Flavor: Bitter, Metallic, Sharp
Sage
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.6
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0.16
Vitamins: Vitamin KÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Aromatic, Bitter, Fragrant, Savory
Sea Salt
Calories: 0
Carbohydrates: 0
Protein: 0
Fats: 0
Vitamins: No significant vitaminsÂ
Minerals: SodiumÂ
Flavor: Bright, Clean, Salty
Star Anise
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.5
Protein: 0.09
Fats: 0.15
Vitamins: Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, ZincÂ
Flavor: Bitter, Pungent, Sweet, Warm
Sumac
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.8
Protein: 0.12
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Citrusy, Fruity, Tart
Summer Savory
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.76
Protein: 0.17
Fats: 0.08
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Mild, Peppery, Piney
Tarragon
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.65
Protein: 0.22
Fats: 0.08
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Aromatic, Bittersweet
Thai Basil
Calories: 2
Carbohydrates: 0.36
Protein: 0.18
Fats: 0.03
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, ZincÂ
Flavor: Citrusy, Peppery, Spicy, Warm
Thyme
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.64
Protein: 0.1
Fats: 0.07
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin KÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Earthy, Minty, Peppery, Sweet, Warm
Turmeric
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.7
Protein: 0.19
Fats: 0.09
Vitamins: Vitamin CÂ
Minerals: Iron, PotassiumÂ
Flavor: Bitter, Citrusy, Earthy, Pungent
Water Hyssop
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.62
Protein: 0.15
Fats: 0.04
Vitamins: No significant vitaminsÂ
Minerals: No significant mineralsÂ
Flavor: Bitter
Za'atar Seasoning Blend
Calories: 3
Carbohydrates: 0.67
Protein: 0.14
Fats: 0.14
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin KÂ
Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, ZincÂ
Flavor: Savory, Herbaceous, Tangy, Earthy, and slightly Nutty.