Nutritional Data
Comprehensive Nutritional Analysis
Crown Culinary Supply provides detailed nutritional information for all our herbs, helping chefs and nutritionists make informed decisions about their culinary creations. Our herbs are analyzed by accredited laboratories to ensure accuracy and compliance with food labeling regulations.
Nutritional Benefits of Fresh Herbs
Fresh herbs are nutritional powerhouses, providing:
- High levels of antioxidants and phytonutrients
- Essential vitamins and minerals
- Anti-inflammatory compounds
- Antimicrobial properties
- Low calories and high flavor impact
- Natural flavor enhancement without sodium
Herb-Specific Nutritional Profiles
Basil (per 100g fresh)
Energy: 22 kcal
Protein: 3.15g
Carbohydrates: 2.65g
Fat: 0.64g
Fiber: 1.6g
Vitamin K: 414.8μg
Vitamin A: 264μg
Vitamin C: 18.0mg
Folate: 68μg
Manganese: 1.15mg
Parsley (per 100g fresh)
Energy: 36 kcal
Protein: 2.97g
Carbohydrates: 6.33g
Fat: 0.79g
Fiber: 3.3g
Vitamin K: 1640μg
Vitamin C: 133mg
Vitamin A: 421μg
Folate: 152μg
Iron: 6.2mg
Rosemary (per 100g fresh)
Energy: 131 kcal
Protein: 3.31g
Carbohydrates: 20.7g
Fat: 5.86g
Fiber: 14.1g
Vitamin C: 21.8mg
Vitamin A: 146μg
Folate: 109μg
Calcium: 317mg
Iron: 6.65mg
Thyme (per 100g fresh)
Energy: 101 kcal
Protein: 5.56g
Carbohydrates: 24.45g
Fat: 1.68g
Fiber: 14.0g
Vitamin C: 160.1mg
Vitamin A: 238μg
Iron: 17.45mg
Calcium: 405mg
Manganese: 1.72mg
Essential Oil Content
Our herbs are analyzed for essential oil content, which contributes to their flavor, aroma, and therapeutic properties:
- Basil: 0.1-0.5% essential oils (linalool, eugenol)
- Rosemary: 1.0-2.5% essential oils (cineole, camphor)
- Thyme: 1.0-2.5% essential oils (thymol, carvacrol)
- Oregano: 0.5-1.5% essential oils (carvacrol, thymol)
- Mint: 0.3-0.8% essential oils (menthol, menthone)
- Sage: 1.0-2.8% essential oils (thujone, camphor)
Antioxidant Activity
Our herbs are tested for antioxidant capacity using ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) values:
- Oregano: 13,970 μmol TE/100g (highest antioxidant activity)
- Rosemary: 11,070 μmol TE/100g
- Thyme: 9,465 μmol TE/100g
- Sage: 8,120 μmol TE/100g
- Basil: 4,805 μmol TE/100g
- Parsley: 1,301 μmol TE/100g
Micronutrient Analysis
Detailed analysis of vitamins and minerals in our herbs:
| Herb | Vitamin C (mg/100g) | Iron (mg/100g) | Calcium (mg/100g) | Folate (μg/100g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parsley | 133 | 6.2 | 138 | 152 |
| Thyme | 160 | 17.5 | 405 | 45 |
| Basil | 18 | 3.2 | 177 | 68 |
| Rosemary | 22 | 6.7 | 317 | 109 |
Testing and Verification
- Accredited laboratory analysis (ISO 17025 certified)
- Regular batch testing for nutritional consistency
- Seasonal variation monitoring
- Comparison with international nutritional databases
- Third-party verification of results
- Certificates of analysis available upon request
Nutritional Labeling Support
We provide comprehensive nutritional data to support your labeling requirements:
- UK and EU nutrition labeling format
- US FDA nutrition facts format
- Allergen and dietary information
- Serving size calculations
- Nutrient density analysis
- Health claim substantiation data
Request Detailed Nutritional Information
For detailed nutritional analysis reports, certificates of analysis, or specific nutritional data requests, please contact our technical team at orders@crownculinary.co.uk or +447846645040. We can provide customized nutritional information to meet your specific requirements.