Ingredient

Basil Flavor

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Role in food
Manufacturers use basil flavor to impart a fresh, herbaceous taste to a variety of …

What it is

Basil flavor is a flavoring substance that mimics the taste and aroma of fresh basil. It can be derived from natural sources like basil leaves or created synthetically. The flavor is typically extracted or synthesized to provide a consistent taste profile in food products.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use basil flavor to impart a fresh, herbaceous taste to a variety of foods. It is commonly found in savory dishes such as pasta sauces, soups, frozen meals, and salad dressings. It can also be used in baked goods and snacks to add a unique flavor dimension.

Health notes

Basil flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food flavoring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated flavoring substances, and typically find them safe at levels used in food. At typical consumption levels, basil flavor is not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns for the general population.

Allergen info

Basil flavor is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Basil Flavor

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Simply Asia Foods, Inc. White Meat Chicken And Rice Noodles In A Savory, Spicy Sauce Featuring Thai Chiles And Thai Basil, Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 31% DV per serving 124kcal 5.0Protein 1.6Fat 21.6Carbs Chicken Soup for the Soul Foods, LLC Hearty Minestrone Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 61kcal 2.9Protein 0.4Fat 11.8Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Veggie Egg White English Muffin Egg Whites With Tomato, Spinach & Reduced Fat Cheese On An English Muffin, Veggie Egg White Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 179kcal 11.3Protein 2.8Fat 26.4Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Veggie Egg White English Muffin Egg Whites With Tomato, Spinach And Reduced Fat Cheese On An English Muffin, Veggie Egg White Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 179kcal 11.3Protein 2.8Fat 26.4Carbs Egg Whites With Spinach & Herbs Omelet Rolls, Egg Whites With Spinach & Herbs Bob Evans Farms Inc Egg Whites With Spinach & Herbs Omelet Rolls, Egg Whites With Spinach & Herbs Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals 140kcal 8.8Protein 7.9Fat 3.5Carbs Mediterranean Inspired Tuna Bowl With Brown Rice, Mediterranean Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Mediterranean Inspired Tuna Bowl With Brown Rice, Mediterranean Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners 144kcal 6.4Protein 2.4Fat 24Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Chicken Bacon Ranch Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 63% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 137kcal 7.4Protein 4.6Fat 16.6Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Chili's, Chicken Bacon Ranch Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 103kcal 5.8Protein 3.2Fat 12.8Carbs Tri-Union Seafoods, LLC Sundried Tomato Wild Caught Tuna Infused With Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Herbs & Spices, Sundried Tomato Canned Tuna 162kcal 25Protein 5Fat 2.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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