Cilantro is also known as Chinese parsley or coriander. Cilnatro leaves have a serrated border. Cilantro leaves are green with lime green stem.
Cilantro has a flavor profile of mixture of parsley and mild citrus. Cilantro leaves have a crisp texture.
Scientific name of Cilantro
Coriandrum sativum
Other names of Cilantro
- Dhania
- Chinese parsley
- Coriander leaves
Nutrition facts of Cilantro
*Serving size = 100 grams = 3.55 Ounces = 1/2 cup
*DV= % Daily Value (%DV indicates how much nutrients contribute to a person’s daily diet from a serving of a food. DV assists you in determining whether or not a serving of food is high or low in a particular nutrient.)
| Nutrient | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 0.52 | GRAM | 1% |
| Protein | 2.13 | GRAM | 4% |
| Carbohydrate | 3.67 | GRAM | 1% |
Calories by source in Cilantro:
- Calories by carbohydrate in Cilantro = 51%
- Calories by fat in Cilantro = 16%
- Calories by protein in Cilantro = 33%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Cilantro:
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Cilantro = 12%
- Saturated fat (SF) in Cilantro = 4%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Cilantro = 84%
Detailed vitamin profile of Cilantro, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart at the end of the article.
Detailed mineral profile of Cilantro, Sodium(Na), Calcium(Ca), Copper(Cu), Iron(Fe), Magnesium(Mg), Selenium(Se), Phosphorus(P), Potassium(K) and Zinc(Zn) is shown the chart at the end of the article.
Check freshness in Cilantro
- Fresh cilantro has a fresh green colour and crunchy stem
- Avoid cilantro with dark green blemishes and slimy textured stem
Availability of Cilantro
- Generally cilantro is available round the year
How to store Cilantro
- Cilantro can be stored in plastic bag or container for about 2 weeks in crisper section of the refrigerator
- Avoid washing the cilantro if planning to store the cilantro in refrigerator
- Storing cilantro at room temperature is not advisable
Complete nutrition facts of Cilantro
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