Herbs & Spices

Herbes de Provence

Health
ScoreA+

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 94

Nutrient density31 / 35

Protein quality8 / 15

Fiber content10 / 10

Healthy fats3 / 10

Bioactive compounds14 / 15

Glycemic impact10 / 10

Top nutrients

% Daily Value per a pinch (2 g)

Vitamin K 23%Manganese 6.1%Iron 3.9%Calcium 2.3%Copper 1.9%

Nutrition

per 100 g

290

Calories

Protein

58g

Carbs

Fat

38g

Fiber

Health benefits

Provides dense phenolic antioxidants

moderate evidence

Carvacrol, thymol, rosmarinic acid, and carnosic acid from the herb mix scavenge free radicals and inhibit lipid peroxidation

Supports bone and cardiovascular health

moderate evidence

High vitamin K and calcium support osteocalcin-mediated bone mineralization and limit arterial calcification

Aids digestion and offers calming aromatics

limited evidence

Thyme, 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: No circadian dependency; benefits from regular culinary use.
·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