1 tablespoon (13 grams or 0.5 ounces) of basil seeds supplies 15% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) for calcium and 10% of the RDI for magnesium and iron.
Use them like chia seeds for plumping up smoothies, puddings, and adding to juice or water.
Great for adding wholesome fiber and improving gut health.
Basil seeds contain an average of 2.5 grams of fat per 1-tablespoon (13-gram or 0.5-ounce) serving and half of this fat is omega 3 fatty acids.
