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½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Vanilla extract is a flavoring made by extracting vanilla beans in alcohol and water. A 1/2 teaspoon serving is used in very small amounts and contributes minimal nutrition.
Beneficial properties
flavor enhancer
very low calorie in small servings
contains trace antioxidant compounds
Nutritional highlights
Vanilla extract provides negligible amounts of most nutrients in a 1/2 teaspoon serving, with only trace amounts of minerals and phytochemicals such as vanillin.