Herbs & Spices
Herbes de Provence
97Health
Score
A+Score
Herbes de Provence is a dried whole-leaf blend of thyme, rosemary, savory, oregano, and marjoram, rich in calcium, vitamin K, and iron and dense in carvacrol, thymol, and rosmarinic acid.
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Why Herbes de Provence scores 97
Nutrient density35
Protein quality8
Fiber content10
Healthy fats6
Bioactive compounds14
Glycemic impact10
Top nutrients
Vitamin K1166.7Manganese304.3Iron194.4Calcium115.4Copper94.4
Nutrition
per_100g
290
Calories
9g
Protein
58g
Carbs
9g
Fat
38g
Fiber
Health benefits
Provides dense phenolic antioxidants
moderate evidenceCarvacrol, thymol, rosmarinic acid, and carnosic acid from the herb mix scavenge free radicals and inhibit lipid peroxidation
Supports bone and cardiovascular health
moderate evidenceHigh vitamin K and calcium support osteocalcin-mediated bone mineralization and limit arterial calcification
Aids digestion and offers calming aromatics
limited evidenceThyme, savory, and any lavender contribute carminative and mildly anxiolytic volatiles such as linalool
Pairs well with
- ·Pair with olive oil because the herb terpenes and carnosic acid are fat-soluble
- ·Use on roasted poultry and root vegetables where slow heat releases the whole-leaf aromatics
- ·Crumble into stews and braises early so the coarse leaves rehydrate and infuse
Practical tips
- ·Best timing: anytime
- ·Crush the whole leaves between your fingers as you add them to release the oils
- ·Because it is whole-leaf rather than powdered, give it time to infuse in liquids
- ·Store airtight away from light; whole-leaf blends keep aroma a little longer than ground
