Poultry seasoning blends
Poultry seasoning blends are aromatic mixtures of dried herbs and spices, traditionally used to enhance the flavor of chicken, turkey, and other poultry dishes. Common ingredients include sage, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, and black pepper. This type of seasoning blend is a staple in American and European cuisines, particularly for roasting and stuffing.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Poultry seasoning is very low in calories, carbohydrates, fat, and protein, as it is used in small amounts primarily for flavor. Its key contribution is providing trace amounts of minerals and antioxidants from the herbs, with negligible caloric impact per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 5 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Calcium | 12 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 4 mcg |
Per 1 teaspoon (2 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Poultry seasoning blends are culturally significant as they are a defining flavor component of traditional holiday meals, especially Thanksgiving stuffing and roast turkey in North America. Nutritionally, the herbs in the blend, like sage and thyme, are known for their antioxidant properties.
