Peppermint · Mentha X piperita

Peppermint, fresh

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Vegan Keto-friendly Gluten-free Dairy-free

Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Peppermint, fresh's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

70 kcal Calories

3.8 g Protein

14.9 g Carbs

0.9 g Fat

Excellent nutrient density 58/100

How many beneficial nutrients Peppermint, fresh delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Peppermint, fresh come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

70 kcal / serving

72% from carbs

Carbs 72%

14.9 g per serving
Fat 10%

0.9 g per serving
Protein 18%

3.8 g per serving

What Peppermint, fresh is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Manganese51% Copper37% Vitamin C35% Dietary Fiber29% Folate (B9)28% Iron28% Vitamin A (RAE)24% Riboflavin (B2)20% Calcium19% Magnesium19% Potassium12% Niacin (B3)11% Zinc10%

Full nutrition breakdown

Beneficial
Moderate
Limit
Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	14.9 g	5%
Dietary Fiber	8.0 g	29%

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	0.9 g	1%
Saturated Fat	0.2 g	1%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.0 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.5 g	—
Trans Fat	0.0 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	435.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	69.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	6.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	176.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	25.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	2.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	29.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	69.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	3.8 g	8%
Histidine	75.0 mg	—
Isoleucine	154.0 mg	—
Leucine	281.0 mg	—
Lysine	161.0 mg	—
Methionine	53.0 mg	—
Phenylalanine	191.0 mg	—
Threonine	154.0 mg	—
Tryptophan	58.0 mg	—
Valine	187.0 mg	—
Alanine	195.0 mg	—
Arginine	173.0 mg	—
Aspartic Acid	443.0 mg	—
Cystine	41.0 mg	—
Glutamic Acid	409.0 mg	—
Glycine	180.0 mg	—
Proline	154.0 mg	—
Serine	146.0 mg	—
Tyrosine	113.0 mg	—

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	212.0 mcg	24%
Vitamin C	31.8 mg	35%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	~	—
Vitamin K	~	—
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg	7%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg	20%
Niacin (B3)	1.7 mg	11%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	8%
Folate (B9)	114.0 mcg	28%
Vitamin B12	0.0 mcg	0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.3 mg	7%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	243.0 mg	19%
Iron	5.1 mg	28%
Magnesium	80.0 mg	19%
Phosphorus	73.0 mg	6%
Potassium	569.0 mg	12%
Sodium	31.0 mg	1%
Zinc	1.1 mg	10%
Copper	0.3 mg	37%
Manganese	1.2 mg	51%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	0.0 mg	0%
Phytosterols	13.0 mg	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	~	—
Caffeine	~	—
Theobromine	~	—
Ash	1.8 g	—

About Peppermint, fresh

Fresh mint — peppermint here — is the cool, bright, aromatic herb that turns up everywhere from teas and cocktails to lamb, salads, yogurt sauces and desserts. Its menthol-rich leaves bring an unmistakable refreshing lift, sweet and savory alike.

Used as a garnish or in a brew it isn't a meaningful source of calories, but mint carries antioxidants, a little vitamin A and the menthol behind its cooling sensation — long valued in traditional medicine, especially for soothing digestion. Its flavor is delicate and best added fresh.

A handful of torn fresh mint adds instant freshness to a dish or a drink — at its best raw and late, where its cooling fragrance can shine.

Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Peppermint, fresh?

There are 70 calories in 100 g of Peppermint, fresh, or about 0 calories in 2 leaves (0 g).

How much protein is in Peppermint, fresh?

Peppermint, fresh contains 3.8 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Peppermint, fresh?

Peppermint, fresh has 14.9 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Peppermint, fresh?

Peppermint, fresh provides 0.9 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Peppermint, fresh a good source of?

Peppermint, fresh is an excellent source of Manganese (51% DV), Copper (37% DV), Vitamin C (35% DV), Dietary Fiber (29% DV), Folate (B9) (28% DV) and Iron (28% DV) and a good source of Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Niacin (B3) and Zinc (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.