Basil vs. Kimchi
Nutrition comparison of Basil and Kimchi
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
basil
versus
kimchi
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in basil and kimchi:
- Both kimchi and basil are high in iron.
- Basil has more thiamin and pantothenic acid, however, kimchi contains more riboflavin.
- Basil is a great source of Vitamin C and potassium.
- Basil is an excellent source of Vitamin A, Vitamin K and calcium.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Basil (Basil, fresh) and Kimchi (Cabbage, kimchi) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Kimchi and basil contain similar amounts of calories - kimchi has 15 calories per 100 grams and basil has 23 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, basil is heavier in protein, lighter in carbs and lighter in fat compared to kimchi per calorie. Basil has a macronutrient ratio of 44:37:19 and for kimchi, 24:52:24 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Basil | Kimchi | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 44% | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 37% | 52% |
| Fat | 19% | 24% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Both kimchi and basil are low in carbohydrates - kimchi has 2.4g of total carbs per 100 grams and basil has 2.7g of carbohydrates.
The carbs in kimchi are made of 60% dietary fiber and 40% sugar, whereas the carbs in basil comprise of 84% dietary fiber and 16% sugar.
dietary fiber
Kimchi and basil contain similar amounts of dietary fiber - kimchi has 1.6g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and basil has 1.6g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Kimchi and basil contain similar amounts of sugar - kimchi has 1.1g of sugar per 100 grams and basil has 0.3g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Basil has 186% more protein than kimchi - kimchi has 1.1g of protein per 100 grams and basil has 3.2g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Both kimchi and basil are low in saturated fat - kimchi has 0.07g of saturated fat per 100 grams and basil has 0.04g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Basil is a great source of Vitamin C and it has more Vitamin C than kimchi - basil has 18mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and kimchi does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin A
Basil is an excellent source of Vitamin A and it has 51 times more Vitamin A than kimchi - kimchi has 5ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and basil has 264ug of Vitamin A.
Vitamin E
Kimchi and basil contain similar amounts of Vitamin E - kimchi has 0.11mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and basil has 0.8mg of Vitamin E.
Vitamin K
Basil is an excellent source of Vitamin K and it has 851% more Vitamin K than kimchi - kimchi has 43.6ug of Vitamin K per 100 grams and basil has 414.8ug of Vitamin K.
The B Vitamins
Basil has more thiamin and pantothenic acid, however, kimchi contains more riboflavin. Both basil and kimchi contain significant amounts of niacin, Vitamin B6 and folate.
| Basil | Kimchi | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.034 MG | 0.01 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.076 MG | 0.21 MG |
| Niacin | 0.902 MG | 1.1 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.209 MG | ~ |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.155 MG | 0.213 MG |
| Folate | 68 UG | 52 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Basil is an excellent source of calcium and it has 436% more calcium than kimchi - kimchi has 33mg of calcium per 100 grams and basil has 177mg of calcium.
iron
Both kimchi and basil are high in iron. Basil has 27% more iron than kimchi - kimchi has 2.5mg of iron per 100 grams and basil has 3.2mg of iron.
potassium
Basil is a great source of potassium and it has 95% more potassium than kimchi - kimchi has 151mg of potassium per 100 grams and basil has 295mg of potassium.
Antioxidants and Phytonutrients
carotenoids
Carotenoids are micronutrients commonly found in plants and some animal products. An example is beta-carotene, the notable carotenoid which is a popular source of Vitamin A.[4][5]
For specific types of carotenoids,
| Basil | Kimchi | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 3142 UG | 55 UG |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | 5650 UG | 49 UG |
| alpha-carotene | ~ | 1 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 3s
For omega-3 fatty acids, basil has more alpha linoleic acid (ALA) than kimchi per 100 grams.
| Basil | Kimchi | |
|---|---|---|
| alpha linoleic acid | 0.316 G | 0.137 G |
| Total | 0.316 G | 0.137 G |
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, both basil and kimchi contain significant amounts of linoleic acid.
| Basil | Kimchi | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.073 G | 0.104 G |
| Total | 0.073 G | 0.104 G |
Customize your serving size
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FAQ
Does kimchi or basil contain more calories in 100 grams?Kimchi and basil contain similar amounts of calories - kimchi has 15 calories in 100g and basil has 23 calories.
Is kimchi or basil better for protein?
Basil has 190% more protein than kimchi - kimchi has 1.1g of protein per 100 grams and basil has 3.2g of protein.
Does kimchi or basil have more carbohydrates?
By weight, both kimchi and basil are low in carbohydrates - kimchi has 2.4g of carbs for 100g and basil has 2.7g of carbohydrates. the carbs in kimchi are made of 60% dietary fiber and 40% sugar, whereas the carbs in basil comprise of 80% dietary fiber and 20% sugar.
Does kimchi or basil contain more calcium?
Basil is a rich source of calcium and it has 440% more calcium than kimchi - kimchi has 33mg of calcium in 100 grams and basil has 177mg of calcium.
Does kimchi or basil contain more iron?
Both kimchi and basil are high in iron. Basil has 30% more iron than kimchi - kimchi has 2.5mg of iron in 100 grams and basil has 3.2mg of iron.