Herbs & Spices

Herbs & Spices

Fresh herbs and spices are known for their unique aromas and flavors – they are a great way to add natural flavor to your favorite dishes without significantly increasing the calorie count. If you refer to the nutrition label for your favorite herbs and spices, you will see that they are low in calories. The nutrition facts for herbs and spices will also show, however, that many of them are a good source of nutritional value in the form of vitamins and minerals. Refer to the calorie chart for your favorite herbs and spices to determine the calories and nutritional information.

Cinnamon, ground

Popular Foods

Cinnamon, ground

tsp. (2.6g)

6 cal

Garlic

tsp. (2.8g)

4 cal

Mustard

tsp. (5.0g)

3 cal

Salt

tbsp. (18.0g)

0 cal

Paprika

tbsp. (6.8g)

19 cal

Black Pepper

tsp. (2.3g)

6 cal

Ginger Root

tsp. (2.0g)

2 cal

Parsley, fresh

tbsp. (3.8g)

1 cal

Garlic Powder

tsp. (3.1g)

10 cal

Basil, fresh

handful (7.0g)

2 cal

Oregano, dried

tsp. (1.0g)

3 cal

Turmeric, ground

tsp. (2.2g)

8 cal

Curry Powder

tbsp. (6.3g)

20 cal

Coriander Leaves, raw

cup (16.0g)

4 cal

Dill Weed, fresh

cup (8.9g)

4 cal

Ginger, ground

tsp. (1.8g)

6 cal

Cayenne Pepper

pinch (0.3g)

1 cal

Chives, raw

tbsp., chopped (3.0g)

1 cal

Onion Powder

tsp. (2.4g)

8 cal

Chili Powder

tsp. (2.7g)

8 cal

Basil, dried

tsp. (0.7g)

2 cal

Thyme, dried

tsp. (1.0g)

3 cal

Parsley, dried

tsp. (0.5g)

1 cal

Coriander Leaves, dried

tsp. (0.6g)

2 cal

Nutmeg, ground

tsp. (2.2g)

12 cal

Dill Weed, dried

tsp. (1.0g)

3 cal

Cardamom

tsp. (2.0g)

6 cal

Rosemary, dried

tsp. (1.2g)

4 cal

White Pepper

tsp. (2.4g)

7 cal

Coriander Seeds

tsp. (1.8g)

5 cal

Sorted by Brand

Miscellaneous(60)

Allspice, ground

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Ancho Pepper, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Basil, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Basil, fresh

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Bay Leaf

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Black Pepper

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Borage

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Butterbur

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Cardamom

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Cayenne Pepper

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Chervil, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Chili Powder

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Chives, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Chives, raw

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Cinnamon, ground

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Cloves, ground

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Coriander Leaves, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Coriander Leaves, raw

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Coriander Seeds

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Curry Powder

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Dandelion Greens, cooked

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Dandelion Greens, raw

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Dill Weed, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Dill Weed, fresh

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Dock

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Epazote

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Eppaw

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Fireweed Leaves

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Garden Cress, cooked

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Garden Cress, raw

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Garlic

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Garlic Powder

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Ginger Root

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Ginger, ground

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Mace, ground

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Marjoram, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Mustard

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Nutmeg, ground

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Onion Powder

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Oregano, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Paprika

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Parsley, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Parsley, fresh

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Pasilla Peppers, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Peppermint

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Poultry Seasoning

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Rosemary, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Rosemary, fresh

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Saffron

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Sage, ground

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Salt

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Savory, ground

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Spearmint, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Spearmint, fresh

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Tarragon, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Thyme, dried

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Thyme, fresh

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Turmeric, ground

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Wasabi Root

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

White Pepper

published within the category "Herbs & Spices"

Cinnamon, ground

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Not only are fresh herbs and spices loaded with natural flavor, but they are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. Refer to the calorie counter to determine the calories and nutritional value of your favorite herbs and spices.

Natural Flavor

Fresh herbs and dried spices are a great way to add natural flavor to your favorite dishes. If you have a medical need to follow a low-sodium diet, herbs and spices can be a great way to give your dishes flavor without overdoing it on the table salt. For the most part, herbs and spices are also low in calories and fats so they won’t significantly add to your daily caloric intake.

Vitamins and Minerals

In addition to being loaded with antioxidants and essential oils, fresh herbs are also packed with vitamins and minerals – dried herbs and spices also provide good nutritional value. A teaspoon of dried herbs generally contains only about 1 calorie, 0 grams of fat, 0 grams of protein, and a partial gram of carbohydrate. Some of the vitamins and minerals you will find in fresh herbs and spices include Vitamin A, B vitamins, Vitamin C, calcium, copper, iron, and magnesium.

In addition to being low in calories, herbs and spices also provide a wide range of nutritional and health benefits. Refer to the calorie calculator to determine the calories and nutritional value of your favorite herbs and spices.

Antioxidant Benefits

Many herbs and spices are loaded with antioxidants which provide very real health benefits. Curcumin, for example, is found in turmeric and, in combination with its antioxidant properties, provide anti-inflammatory benefits that can help to prevent Alzheimer’s disease. The herbs and spices that have the highest antioxidant content include allspice, cloves, basil, thyme, rosemary, cinnamon, oregano, tarragon, peppermint, and sage.

Additional Benefits

Fresh herbs and spices contain a variety of beneficial nutrients that deliver a host of healthy properties. In addition to their antioxidant benefits, herbs and spices may provide carminative, diaphoretic, analgesic, antiseptic, stimulant, stomachic, and digestive benefits.