Bay leaf
Bay leaf, dried
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 313 kcal |
| Protein | 7.6 g |
| Fat | 8.4 g |
| Carbs | 48.6 g |
Dried bay leaf is the dehydrated leaf of the laurel tree, used almost exclusively as a whole aromatic added to soups, stews, braises, stocks and sauces during cooking and removed before serving. Because it is used in very small quantities — typically one or two leaves per dish — the per-100g figures reflect a concentrated dried spice rather than a typical portion. At that scale, dried bay leaf contains 313 kcal, 7.6 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat, 48.6 g of carbohydrates and a notable 26 g of dietary fibre per 100 g. It is a rich source of calcium (830 mg per 100 g), potassium (530 mg) and magnesium (120 mg), and also provides 620 mcg of vitamin A and 1.74 mg of vitamin B6 per 100 g. No glycemic index is available for this spice. Compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in a bay leaf?
Dried bay leaf contains 313 kcal per 100 g, but a single dried leaf weighs roughly 0.2–0.5 g, contributing fewer than 2 kcal in practice. The high per-100g figure reflects how energy-dense dried spices are, not typical intake.
How much calcium is in dried bay leaf?
Dried bay leaf contains 830 mg of calcium per 100 g, which is exceptionally high for a plant food. However, because a typical culinary use involves only a gram or less of leaf, the actual calcium delivered to a dish is minimal.
Is dried bay leaf gluten-free?
Yes, dried bay leaf is naturally gluten-free and appears on the gluten-free compatible diet list. It is also suitable for vegan, vegetarian, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 313 kcal |
| Protein | 7.6 g |
| Fat | 8.4 g |
| Carbs | 48.6 g |
| Sugars | 48.6 g |
| Fiber | 26.0 g |
| Starch | 0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 2.3 g |
| Monounsaturated | 1.6 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 2.3 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 1.1 g |
| Omega-6 | 1.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 830 mg |
| Iron | 43.0 mg |
| Magnesium | 120 mg |
| Phosphorus | 110 mg |
| Potassium | 530 mg |
| Sodium | 23.0 mg |
| Zinc | 3.7 mg |
| Copper | 0.42 mg |
| Manganese | 8.2 mg |
| Selenium | 3.0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 620 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.010 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.42 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.7 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
