March–November in Turkey (approximate harvest period)Fresh Dill Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Fresh Dill (Anethum graveolens) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler vegetable library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 43 kcal and includes 386 µg RAE vitamin A, 85 mg vitamin C, 150 µg folate. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Fresh Dill benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 43 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 86 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 2.1 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 85 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- About 386 µg RAE of vitamin A per 100 g contributes to normal vision, immune function and the maintenance of skin and mucous membranes.
- Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
- About 0.185 mg of vitamin B6 per 100 g contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism, nervous-system function and red blood-cell formation.
- About 208 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 738 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 55 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 6.6 mg of iron per 100 g contributes to normal red-blood-cell and haemoglobin formation and oxygen transport. Absorption of plant iron varies with the meal.
- No single food prevents or treats disease. The nutritional value of fresh dill depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Fresh Dill nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 100 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 100 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 43 kcal | 43 kcal |
| Water | 86 g | 86 g |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 3.5 g |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0.06 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.802 g | 0.802 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.095 g | 0.095 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7 g | 7 g |
| Dietary fiber | 2.1 g | 2.1 g |
| Ash | 2.5 g | 2.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 208 mg | 208 mg |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 6.6 mg |
| Magnesium | 55 mg | 55 mg |
| Phosphorus | 66 mg | 66 mg |
| Potassium | 738 mg | 738 mg |
| Sodium | 61 mg | 61 mg |
| Zinc | 0.91 mg | 0.91 mg |
| Copper | 0.146 mg | 0.146 mg |
| Manganese | 1.3 mg | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 85 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.058 mg | 0.058 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.296 mg | 0.296 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.6 mg | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.397 mg | 0.397 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.185 mg | 0.185 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 150 µg | 150 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 150 µg | 150 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 150 µg DFE | 150 µg DFE |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 386 µg RAE | 386 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-6 | 0.082 g | 0.082 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0.014 g | 0.014 g |
| Threonine | 0.068 g | 0.068 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.195 g | 0.195 g |
| Leucine | 0.159 g | 0.159 g |
| Lysine | 0.246 g | 0.246 g |
| Methionine | 0.011 g | 0.011 g |
| Cystine | 0.017 g | 0.017 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.065 g | 0.065 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.096 g | 0.096 g |
| Valine | 0.154 g | 0.154 g |
| Arginine | 0.142 g | 0.142 g |
| Histidine | 0.071 g | 0.071 g |
| Alanine | 0.227 g | 0.227 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.343 g | 0.343 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.29 g | 0.29 g |
| Glycine | 0.169 g | 0.169 g |
| Proline | 0.248 g | 0.248 g |
| Serine | 0.158 g | 0.158 g |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0.082 g | 0.082 g |
How many calories are in Fresh Dill?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 43 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 43 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Fresh Dill in the kitchen
Fresh Dill can be used raw when food-safe or prepared by steaming, roasting, sautéing, simmering or adding to soups and salads, depending on the ingredient.
Direct USDA records are used where available; closest-profile entries are explicitly labelled and remain approximate. Blank fields mean that the source did not report a value. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
