Description

Basil is an aromatic herb member of the Mint family. There are more than 40 cultivars of this pungent plant, each with its own characteristic color and aroma. Depending on the variety, Basil can be green, white, or purple with a scent reminiscent of lemon, Cloves, Cinnamon, Anise, camphor, or Thyme. This Culinary Blend of Basil is the perfect kitchen variety! It contains Genovese, Lemon, Lime, Dark Opal, and Thai/Persian Basil. Basil Culinary Blend offers chefs and cooks many opportunities to create both sweet and savory dishes. Compared to Genovese, the scent and taste are sweeter and less clove-like.

Packed with essential nutrients, low-calorie Basil contains protein, dietary fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, vitamins A, B6, C, E, and K, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, and folate.