How many carbs are in basil, fresh?
2 tbsp, chopped of basil, fresh contains about 0.1g of carbohydrate, 0.1g net carbs after subtracting 0.1g of fiber, 0.2g of protein, and 1 calories.
Carbs by portion size
| Portion | Total carbs | Fiber | Net carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 tbsp, chopped (5.3g) | 0.1g | 0.1g | 0.1g |
| 0.25 cup leaves, whole (6g) | 0.2g | 0.1g | 0.1g |
| 100 grams (100g) | 2.7g | 1.6g | 1g |
Net carbs in basil, fresh
2 tbsp, chopped of basil, fresh contains 0.1g of net carbs — total carbs (0.1g) minus dietary fiber (0.1g). Net carbs are the carbs your body actually digests and that raise blood glucose. See our guide to net carbs for how this calculation works and when to use it.
Full nutrition for basil, fresh (per 100g)
- Calories: 23 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 2.7g
- Dietary fiber: 1.6g
- Sugars: 0.3g
- Protein: 3.2g
- Fat: 0.6g
Reference values from USDA FoodData Central (sr legacy dataset, fdcId 172232). Values are per 100 grams.
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How many carbs are in basil, fresh?
2 tbsp, chopped of basil, fresh contains about 0.1g of total carbohydrate. After subtracting 0.1g of fiber, the net carbs are about 0.1g.
How many net carbs are in basil, fresh?
Net carbs in 2 tbsp, chopped of basil, fresh are about 0.1g — that is total carbs (0.1g) minus dietary fiber (0.1g). See our net carbs explainer for the full calculation.
Is basil, fresh good for diabetics?
Basil, fresh contains carbohydrates that will raise blood glucose. Whether it fits your meal plan depends on the portion and your overall daily target. Most U.S. diabetes care teams use total carbs (not net) for insulin dosing — see our diabetes carb-counting guide.
Is basil, fresh keto-friendly?
Whether basil, fresh fits a keto plan depends on your daily net-carb budget (typically under 20–30g per day). One serving (2 tbsp, chopped) provides about 0.1g of net carbs.