Thyme
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 101 kcal |
| Protein | 5.6 g |
| Fat | 1.7 g |
| Carbs | 10.5 g |
Thyme is a small-leafed aromatic herb used raw or dried as a seasoning across Mediterranean, European and Middle Eastern cuisines. It is rarely eaten in large quantities — a typical recipe calls for a few grams at most — but the per-100g numbers still give a useful picture of its nutritional character. At 101 kcal per 100 g, thyme carries 5.6 g of protein, 1.7 g of fat, 10.5 g of carbohydrates and a notably high 14 g of dietary fibre. It also provides 609 mg of potassium, 405 mg of calcium and 160 mg of magnesium per 100 g, alongside 238 mcg of vitamin A, 160 mg of vitamin C and 45 mcg of folate. No glycemic index is available for thyme. It fits vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in thyme?
Raw thyme contains 101 kcal per 100 g. In practice, a typical culinary use of around 2–5 g contributes only 2–5 kcal to a dish.
How much calcium is in thyme?
Thyme contains 405 mg of calcium per 100 g, which is a notably high figure for an herb. Because serving sizes are small, the actual calcium delivered to a dish is modest, but it does add up if thyme is used generously.
Is thyme keto-friendly?
Yes, thyme is listed as keto-compatible. It contains 10.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, but typical culinary portions are just a few grams, making the net carbohydrate contribution negligible.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 101 kcal |
| Protein | 5.6 g |
| Fat | 1.7 g |
| Carbs | 10.5 g |
| Sugars | 0.60 g |
| Fiber | 14.0 g |
| Starch | 0.10 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.47 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.081 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.53 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 405 mg |
| Iron | 17.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 160 mg |
| Phosphorus | 106 mg |
| Potassium | 609 mg |
| Sodium | 9.0 mg |
| Zinc | 1.8 mg |
| Copper | 0.56 mg |
| Manganese | 1.7 mg |
| Selenium | 0.10 mcg |
| Iodine | 15.3 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 238 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 160 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.7 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.048 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.47 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.8 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.41 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.35 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 45.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
Other cooking states of Thyme
Dried thyme (276 kcal).
