scored 97/100
Also known as dried cilantro, coriander leaf, coriandrum sativum, dried coriander leaves
Dried cilantro is the dehydrated leaf of the coriander plant, very rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and potassium, with aromatic aldehydes and antioxidant polyphenols.
0.8 g net carbs after fiber.
Representative amounts for this food, not measured for this item. Real content varies widely by variety, ripeness and storage.
These are the scored components, not a sum: the published score also reflects normalisation across the catalog, so the parts above will not add to 97.
Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is the leafy stage of the coriander plant, native to a region spanning southern Europe to western Asia, and a defining fresh herb across Mexican, Indian, Thai, and Middle Eastern cuisines. (Its seeds, harvested later, are the spice coriander.) Drying concentrates the leaf's nutrients substantially: per 100 g, dried cilantro provides roughly 279 kcal, 21.9 g protein, 52 g carbohydrate (~10 g fiber), and an impressive micronutrient profile. It is an outstanding source of vitamin A (~5850 IU), vitamin C (~566 mg—exceptionally high), and vitamin K, along with a robust mineral content of ~1246 mg calcium, ~42 mg iron, ~694 mg magnesium, ~4466 mg potassium, ~6.4 mg manganese, and ~1.79 mg copper. Cilantro's distinctive aroma—polarizing due to a genetically determined perception of 'soapiness'—comes from long-chain aldehydes such as (E)-2-decenal and dodecanal, complemented by flavonoids like quercetin and the polyphenol antioxidants that give it strong free-radical-scavenging capacity. Cilantro is also widely studied for its ability to bind and help mobilize heavy metals. As with all dried herbs, culinary servings are small, but dried cilantro's vitamin and mineral density make it a nutrient-rich aromatic addition.
High provitamin-A carotenoids and exceptional vitamin C support vision, immune function, and protect cells from oxidative damage
Cilantro constituents have been shown to chelate and mobilize metals such as lead and mercury, aiding their excretion in preliminary studies
Rich iron supports hemoglobin synthesis while very high potassium contributes to healthy blood pressure regulation
Aromatic aldehydes and flavonoids inhibit inflammatory signaling and exhibit activity against foodborne bacteria
Cilantro's vitamins and bioactives have no time-of-day dependency and suit regular culinary use.
Fasting-compatible
Seasoning amounts are negligible in calories and fasting-compatible.
Per 100 g of the default form. Bars show how much higher or lower cilantro (dried) is than the average across 76 peer foods in this category. Green means a favorable direction; amber means the opposite.
Cilantro (Dried) is classified as a herbs & spices. Dried cilantro is the dehydrated leaf of the coriander plant, very rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and potassium, with aromatic aldehydes and antioxidant polyphenols.
Cilantro (Dried) scores 97/100 in Formulate, making it an exceptional choice. Its strongest contributions come from Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Manganese. The score blends nutrient density, fiber, healthy fats, protein quality, bioactive compounds, and glycemic impact.
Not particularly. A 2 g serving provides about 0.4 g of protein (~1% of the 50 g daily value).
Not really. A 2 g serving provides about 0.2 g of fiber (~1% of the 28 g daily value).
In a 2 g serving, cilantro (dried) is highest in Vitamin K (~23% DV), Vitamin C (~13% DV).
Yes — it fits comfortably in most keto plans. A 2 g serving has about 0.8 g of net carbs (1 g total minus 0.2 g fiber).
Best any time of day. Cilantro's vitamins and bioactives have no time-of-day dependency and suit regular culinary use.
A typical serving is around 2 g (~6 kcal), based on the FDA's Reference Amount Customarily Consumed for this food category. There's no fixed daily target — most adults benefit from rotating cilantro (dried) alongside several other herbs & spices sources.
Cilantro (Dried) pairs nicely with: Pair with lime and chili because cilantro's vitamin C and bright aldehydes complement acidic, spicy dishes and aid iron absorption; Combine with cumin and beans where its aromatics balance earthiness and its iron complements legumes; Add to fat-containing salsas and curries because its carotenoids and flavonoids are better absorbed with dietary fat.
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