What is Oregano? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Oregano?

Oregano is an herb in the mint family and grows on thin and delicate stalks that produce tiny oblong leaves with tapered ends. These leaves are less than half an inch in length. Oregano has a mildly fuzzy texture and is thin and delicate. The green herb has a sharp and peppery flavor that is pungent, slightly bitter, green and a bit minty. When eaten, raw oregano creates a stringent feeling in the mouth. This herb is used in many cuisines and can be found frequently in Italian dishes, such as tomato sauce.

What does Oregano Taste Like?

Sweet

Bitter

Harsh, disagreeably acrid taste, like that of aspirin, quinine, wormwood, or aloes. producing one of the four basic taste sensations; not sour, sweet, or salt.

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Oregano Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Teaspoon (leaves)1g

Teaspoon (leaves) Oregano

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	3kcal	0%
Fats	0g	0%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	1g	1%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	0g	0%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	0mg	0%

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Oregano Whole – 5.5 oz

^$6⁹⁹

Spice Classics Oregano Leaves, 1.75 lb - One 1.75 Pound Container of Dried Oregano Leaves for Back-of-House Use, Perfect for Pastas, Pizza Sauces, Marinades, Vegetables and More

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Amazon Brand - Happy Belly Mediterranean Oregano, 0.65 ounce (Pack of 1)

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McCormick Culinary Mediterranean Style Oregano Leaves, 5 oz - One 5 Ounce Container of Dried Oregano Leaves, Best on Pizza, Soup, Greek Salads, Grilled Chicken and More

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365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Oregano, 0.35 Ounce

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Simply Organic Oregano, .75 oz

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Oregano?

1 Teaspoon (leaves) of Oregano contains 0 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Oregano?

1 Teaspoon (leaves) of Oregano contains 1 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Oregano?

1 Teaspoon (leaves) of Oregano contains 0 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Oregano?

1 Teaspoon (leaves) of Oregano contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 Teaspoon (leaves) of Oregano?

There are 3 calories in 1 Teaspoon (leaves) of Oregano.

How many calories are in 1 Teaspoon (ground) of Oregano?

There are 5 calories in 1 Teaspoon (ground) of Oregano.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Oregano?

There are 75 calories in 1 oz of Oregano.