Peppermint
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Protein | 3.8 g |
| Fat | 0.9 g |
| Carbs | 14.9 g |
Peppermint is a raw aromatic herb used in small amounts to flavour teas, desserts, sauces, salads and savoury dishes across many cuisines. Because it is typically consumed in very small quantities, per-100g figures reflect its concentrated nutritional profile rather than a realistic serving: 70 kcal, 3.8 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat, 14.9 g of carbohydrates and 8 g of dietary fibre per 100 g. Peppermint is notably rich in potassium (569 mg per 100 g) and calcium (243 mg per 100 g), and provides 212 mcg of vitamin A, 114 mcg of folate and 31.8 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. No glycemic index value is established for peppermint, given typical serving sizes. It is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in peppermint?
Raw peppermint contains 70 kcal per 100 g. In practice, a typical garnish or tea serving uses only a few grams of leaves, contributing a negligible number of calories.
How much potassium is in peppermint?
Peppermint contains 569 mg of potassium per 100 g, which is notably high for an herb. Keep in mind that realistic serving sizes are small, so the actual potassium contribution per use is modest.
Is peppermint keto-friendly?
Yes, peppermint is listed as keto-compatible. The carbohydrate content is 14.9 g per 100 g, but typical culinary servings are just a few grams, making the net carb contribution per use very low.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 70.0 kcal |
| Protein | 3.8 g |
| Fat | 0.94 g |
| Carbs | 14.9 g |
| Sugars | 103 g |
| Fiber | 8.0 g |
| Starch | 0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.25 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.033 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.51 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 243 mg |
| Iron | 5.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 80.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 73.0 mg |
| Potassium | 569 mg |
| Sodium | 31.0 mg |
| Zinc | 1.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.33 mg |
| Manganese | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 212 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 31.8 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.082 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.27 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.7 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.34 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 114 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
