Rhubarb vs. Basil
Nutrition comparison of Rhubarb and Basil
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
rhubarb
versus
basil
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in rhubarb and basil:
- Both rhubarb and basil are high in calcium and potassium.
- Basil has more riboflavin, niacin, Vitamin B6 and folate.
- Basil is a great source of Vitamin C.
- Basil is an excellent source of Vitamin A, Vitamin K and iron.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Rhubarb (Rhubarb, raw) and Basil (Basil, fresh) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Rhubarb and basil contain similar amounts of calories - rhubarb has 21 calories per 100 grams and basil has 23 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, rhubarb is much lighter in protein, much heavier in carbs and lighter in fat compared to basil per calorie. Rhubarb has a macronutrient ratio of 15:77:8 and for basil, 44:37:19 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Rhubarb | Basil | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 15% | 44% |
| Carbohydrates | 77% | 37% |
| Fat | 8% | 19% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Both rhubarb and basil are low in carbohydrates - rhubarb has 4.5g of total carbs per 100 grams and basil has 2.7g of carbohydrates.
dietary fiber
Rhubarb and basil contain similar amounts of dietary fiber - rhubarb has 1.8g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and basil has 1.6g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Rhubarb and basil contain similar amounts of sugar - rhubarb has 1.1g of sugar per 100 grams and basil has 0.3g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Basil has 250% more protein than rhubarb - rhubarb has 0.9g of protein per 100 grams and basil has 3.2g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Both rhubarb and basil are low in saturated fat - rhubarb has 0.05g 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 125% more Vitamin C than rhubarb - rhubarb has 8mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and basil has 18mg of Vitamin C.
Vitamin A
Basil is an excellent source of Vitamin A and it has 51 times more Vitamin A than rhubarb - rhubarb has 5ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and basil has 264ug of Vitamin A.
Vitamin E
Rhubarb and basil contain similar amounts of Vitamin E - rhubarb has 0.27mg 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 13 times more Vitamin K than rhubarb - rhubarb has 29.3ug of Vitamin K per 100 grams and basil has 414.8ug of Vitamin K.
The B Vitamins
Basil has more riboflavin, niacin, Vitamin B6 and folate. Both rhubarb and basil contain significant amounts of thiamin and pantothenic acid.
| Rhubarb | Basil | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.02 MG | 0.034 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.03 MG | 0.076 MG |
| Niacin | 0.3 MG | 0.902 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.085 MG | 0.209 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.024 MG | 0.155 MG |
| Folate | 7 UG | 68 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Both rhubarb and basil are high in calcium. Basil has 106% more calcium than rhubarb - rhubarb has 86mg of calcium per 100 grams and basil has 177mg of calcium.
iron
Basil is an excellent source of iron and it has 13 times more iron than rhubarb - rhubarb has 0.22mg of iron per 100 grams and basil has 3.2mg of iron.
potassium
Both rhubarb and basil are high in potassium. Rhubarb is very similar to rhubarb for potassium - rhubarb has 288mg 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,
| Rhubarb | Basil | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 61 UG | 3142 UG |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | 170 UG | 5650 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, both rhubarb and basil contain significant amounts of linoleic acid.
| Rhubarb | Basil | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.099 G | 0.073 G |
| Total | 0.099 G | 0.073 G |
Customize your serving size
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FAQ
Does rhubarb or basil contain more calories in 100 grams?Rhubarb and basil contain similar amounts of calories - rhubarb has 21 calories in 100g and basil has 23 calories.
Is rhubarb or basil better for protein?
Basil has 250% more protein than rhubarb - rhubarb has 0.9g of protein per 100 grams and basil has 3.2g of protein.
Does rhubarb or basil have more carbohydrates?
By weight, both rhubarb and basil are low in carbohydrates - rhubarb has 4.5g of carbs for 100g and basil has 2.7g of carbohydrates.
Does rhubarb or basil contain more calcium?
Both rhubarb and basil are high in calcium. Basil has 110% more calcium than rhubarb - rhubarb has 86mg of calcium in 100 grams and basil has 177mg of calcium.
Does rhubarb or basil contain more iron?
Basil is an abundant source of iron and it has 13 times more iron than rhubarb - rhubarb has 0.22mg of iron in 100 grams and basil has 3.2mg of iron.
Does rhubarb or basil contain more potassium?
Both rhubarb and basil are high in potassium. Rhubarb is very similar to rhubarb for potassium - rhubarb has 288mg of potassium in 100 grams and basil has 295mg of potassium.