What is Peppermint? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Peppermint?

Peppermint is an herb used in teas, candies, desserts and some savory dishes. Peppermint is related to spearmint and a number of other types of mint plants. What sets peppermint apart is that is contains a compound called menthol which creates the cooling sensation and flavor that mint is known for. The flavor is spicy and green, without heat. The leaves grow on stalks and are small, green and have indented lines in them. They are highly aromatic and smell like they taste.

What does Peppermint Taste Like?

Sweet

Sweet is one of the five main tastes. It has smooth and round notes in its flavor profile. Sweet is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including fruits, berries, winter squashes, sugarcane, and honey. The sweet taste in these foods is due to a higher sugar content. Sweetness is characteristic of desserts and is used as an accent in savory foods.

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Peppermint Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 2 Tablespoon3.2g

2 Tablespoon Peppermint

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	2kcal	0%
Fats	0g	0%
Sat. fats	N/A
Mono. Fats	N/A
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	0g	0%
Sugars	N/A
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	0g	0%
Cholesterol	N/A
Sodium	1mg	0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Peppermint?

2 Tablespoon of Peppermint contains 0 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Peppermint?

2 Tablespoon of Peppermint contains 0 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Peppermint?

2 Tablespoon of Peppermint contains 0 g of fat.

How many calories are in 2 Tablespoon of Peppermint?

There are 2 calories in 2 Tablespoon of Peppermint.

How many calories are in 1 Leave of Peppermint?

There are 0 calories in 1 Leave of Peppermint.

How many calories are in 1 Tablespoon of Peppermint?

There are 1 calories in 1 Tablespoon of Peppermint.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Peppermint?

There are 20 calories in 1 oz of Peppermint.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Peppermint?

There are 318 calories in 1 pound of Peppermint.