Basil, fresh
Fresh basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a low‑calorie aromatic herb widely used in Mediterranean and Asian cuisines. Per 100 g, it provides 23 kcal, about 3.15 g protein, minimal...
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Dill weed, fresh
Fresh dill weed (Anethum graveolens) is the delicate leaves of the dill plant used widely as an herb in Mediterranean, Eastern European, and global cuisines. Per USDA data,...
View food details →Spices, allspice, ground
Ground allspice is a spice made from the dried unripe berries of the Pimenta dioica tree, offering a warm, complex flavor profile reminiscent of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg....
View food details →Spices, anise seed
Anise seed (Pimpinella anisum) is a licorice‑flavored spice used worldwide in both sweet and savory cuisines. A typical 1 tablespoon (≈6.7g) provides ~23 kcal, along with small...
View food details →Spices, bay leaf
Bay leaf (Laurus nobilis) is an aromatic spice leaf used globally to infuse flavor into soups, stews, sauces, and braises. It is exceptionally low in calories—approximately 2...
View food details →Spices, caraway seed
Caraway seeds (Carum carvi) are aromatic spice “seeds” (actually the dried fruit) used worldwide for their warm, earthy, and slightly citrus‑anise flavor. A small amount (1...
View food details →Spices, cardamom
Cardamom is a highly aromatic spice from the Elettaria cardamomum plant, often called the “queen of spices.” It’s extremely nutrient‑dense per 100g, with 311 kcal, 28g fiber,...
View food details →Spices, chervil, dried
Dried chervil is an aromatic herb from the Apiaceae family prized in French cuisine and featured as one of the classic "fines herbes." By USDA data, 100g of dried chervil...
View food details →Spices, chili powder
Chili powder is a blended spice made primarily from ground dried chili peppers and often includes cumin, garlic powder, and oregano. A typical 1 tsp serving contains about 8...
View food details →Spices, cinnamon, ground
Ground cinnamon is a highly aromatic spice made from the dried bark of Cinnamomum trees, with ~19 calories per tablespoon, ~4.1 g of dietary fiber, and notable micronutrients...
View food details →Spices, coriander leaf, dried
Dried coriander leaf (from Coriandrum sativum) is a nutrient‑rich dried herb delivering ~279 kcal/100g, with ~21.9 g protein, ~52.1 g carbohydrates, and ~10.4 g fiber per 100g....
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Coriander seeds are the dried fruit of the Coriandrum sativum plant, prized for their warm, citrus‑earthy flavor and dense nutrient profile. Per 100 g, they provide ~298 kcal,...
View food details →Spices, cumin seed
Cumin seeds (Cuminum cyminum) are aromatic spice seeds used across global cuisines for flavor and potential health benefits. A 100 g serving contains 375 kcal along with...
View food details →Spices, curry powder
Curry powder is a complex spice blend widely used in global cuisines, typically dominated by turmeric, cumin, and coriander. One tablespoon (≈6.3 g) provides around 20 kcal,...
View food details →Spices, dill seed
Spices, dill seed are the aromatic dried seeds of the dill plant (Anethum graveolens), used globally as a spice in pickling, breads, soups, and seafood dishes. Per 100 g, dill...
View food details →Spices, dill weed, dried
Dried dill weed is the dehydrated feathery leaves of the Anethum graveolens plant, delivering a concentrated herbal flavor with very low calories — only about 8 kcal per...
View food details →Spices, ginger, ground
Ground ginger, derived from the dried and milled rhizome of Zingiber officinale, is a warm, aromatic spice widely used in global cuisines and traditional medicine. Per USDA...
View food details →Spices, mace, ground
Ground mace is the aromatic, lace‑like outer covering (aril) of the nutmeg seed from Myristica fragrans, prized for its warm, slightly citrusy and floral flavor in both sweet...
View food details →Spices, mustard seed, ground
Ground mustard seed is a fragrant spice made from dried mustard seeds of the Brassica family. Per 1 tablespoon (6.3g), it provides about 32 kcal, 2.3g fat, 1.6g protein, and...
View food details →Spices, onion powder
Onion powder is a finely ground dehydrated form of the onion (Allium cepa) that delivers concentrated savory flavor and micronutrients in small servings. At 8 kcal per...
View food details →Spices, oregano, dried
Dried oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a highly aromatic Mediterranean herb used worldwide. 1 teaspoon (1 g) provides ~3 kcal, ~0.4 g fiber, ~16 mg calcium, and ~0.37 mg iron,...
View food details →Spices, paprika (from Database)
Paprika is a dried, ground spice made from the ripe fruits of Capsicum annuum, valued globally for its vibrant color, mild to smoky flavor, and nutrient density. A small...
View food details →Spices, parsley, dried
Dried parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is an aromatic herb often used as a spice or garnish. Per 100 grams it contains 292 kcal, 26.6 g protein, 50.6 g carbohydrates (including...
View food details →Spices, pepper, black
Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is the world’s most traded spice, used whole or ground to season savory dishes. Just 1 teaspoon (~2.3g) provides ~6 calories, trace minerals like...
View food details →Spices, poppy seed
Poppy seeds are tiny oil‑rich seeds from the Papaver somniferum plant, used as a spice and garnish in baked goods and savory dishes. They’re nutrient‑dense for their size, with...
View food details →Spices, poultry seasoning
Poultry seasoning is a concentrated blend of dried herbs and spices traditionally used to enhance chicken, turkey, and savory dishes without adding significant calories. A...
View food details →Spices, pumpkin pie spice
Pumpkin pie spice is a classic autumn blend of warming spices (commonly cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves) used to add rich, aromatic flavor to both sweet and savory dishes....
View food details →Spices, rosemary, dried
Dried rosemary is a fragrant Mediterranean herb rich in fiber (42.6 g), calcium (1280 mg), and iron (29.2 mg) per 100g—making it nutrient‑dense among spices. It has notable...
View food details →Spices, saffron
Saffron is the dried stigma of the Crocus sativus flower and one of the most expensive culinary spices worldwide. It provides trace amounts of macronutrients—about 7 kcal per...
View food details →Spices, sage, ground
Ground sage is a dried culinary herb made from the leaves of Salvia officinalis, prized for its earthy‑herbaceous flavor in savory dishes. Per 100 g, it delivers 315 kcal, 10.6...
View food details →Spices, turmeric, ground
Ground turmeric is the dried, powdered form of the root of Curcuma longa, a key spice in South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines. A tiny 1 teaspoon serving provides about 9...
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