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Produce
Fresh Basil, Chopped
Fresh basil is a fragrant leafy herb commonly used to add aroma and flavor to savory dishes. Chopped fresh basil is often added near the end of cooking or used raw in salads, sauces, and garnishes.
Beneficial properties
rich in antioxidants
low in calories
source of vitamin K
aromatic culinary herb
Nutritional highlights
Fresh basil provides vitamin K and smaller amounts of vitamin A, manganese, and antioxidant plant compounds such as eugenol and rosmarinic acid.