Basil
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Calories: 23
Energy: 96 kj
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| Protein: | 3.15 g | |||||||
| Fat - total: | 0 g | |||||||
| Carbohydrate - by diff: | 2.65 g | |||||||
| Sugar - total: | 0.30 g | |||||||
| Fibre: | 1.6 g | |||||||
| Water: | 92.06 g | |||||||
General Description:
A leafy herb that looks similar to peppermint.
Round green leaves that are often pointed.
Highly fragrant and is popular for use as a seasoning herb.
Selection:
Choose fresh basil with deep green coloured leaves.
Avoid those with dark spots or yellowing.
Nutrition Information:
Very high in Vitamin K & source of flavonoids.
Low in Cholesterol & Sodium.
Provides 96kj / 100g.
Storage & Handling Information:
Store fresh basil wrapped in a damp paper towel in your fridge for up to a few days.
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Growing Area Information:
WA - Outer Metropolitan Areas.
NSW - North Coast.
VIC - Melbourne Metropolitan Area, Werribee.
SA - Adelaide Hills, Adelaide Plains.
QLD - Atherton, Brisbane Outer Suburbs, Bundaberg.
NT - Darwin, Katherine.
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