VeganSpices & Condiments

Thai Basil

Nutrition Facts Per 100g

Also known as: THAI BASIL LEAVES, HORAPA, BAI HORAPA

Thai Basil is a foundational ingredient in Indian cooking, used in small quantities but contributing meaningful micronutrients and bioactive compounds. While typically consumed in amounts of 1-5g per serving, its nutrient density per 100g is noteworthy. Per 100g, it offers Total Carotenoids (approximately 53% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Vitamin A (RE) (approximately 40% of a typical adult's daily needs). Here are the full nutrition details.

Nutrition Summary

27kcalCalories
3.0gProtein
4.0gCarbs
1.0gFat
4.0gFiber
Protein 44% Carbs 59% Fat 33%

Micronutrients

High in:CarotenoidsVitamin AVitamin Cβ-CaroteneIron
Calcium200 mg(20%)
Iron3.2 mg(25%)
Zinc0.6 mg(6%)
Potassium295 mg(10%)
Sodium4.0 mg(1%)
Magnesium40.0 mg(11%)
Phosphorus56.0 mg(8%)
Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg(3%)
Riboflavin (B2)0.1 mg(7%)
Niacin (B3)0.9 mg(6%)
Vitamin C27.0 mg(33%)
Carotenoids3167 µg(53%)
β-Carotene950 µg(32%)
Vitamin A317 µg(40%)
Folate (B9)80.0 µg(20%)
Vitamin B60.1 mg(12%)
Vitamin B120 µg(0%)
Vitamin D0 µg(0%)
Vitamin E1.5 mg(10%)
Fat Breakdown4
MUFA0.2 g
1%
PUFA0.4 g
7%
Omega-30.3 g
22%
Omega-60.1 g
1%
Limit These2
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 tbsp chopped5g
1 kcal0.1g protein
1 cup24g
6 kcal0.7g protein
100 g100g
27 kcal3.0g protein

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Nutritional data per 100g. % values are approximate, based on Indian RDA guidelines (ICMR 2020) for typical adults. Individual needs vary by age, gender, and health status. This is not medical advice.