Spearmint, fresh vs Thyme, fresh
Original comparison by NutriVerdict
Bottom line: Spearmint, fresh and Thyme, fresh score the same on nutrient density, 99 of 100.
Spearmint and thyme, both fresh, share a score of 99 of 100 for nutrient density. Thyme carries more than double the calories of spearmint (101 vs 44 per 100 g) and roughly double the fiber (14 g vs 6.8 g), plus more protein (5.56 g vs 3.29 g). Spearmint has more sodium (30 mg vs 9 mg).
Choose spearmint when lower sodium and fewer calories matter. Choose thyme for its higher fiber and protein per 100 g, though as with most fresh herbs, actual serving sizes are small enough that neither difference carries much weight in a full meal. The tied score reflects how closely matched these two herbs are overall.
Head to head, per 100 g
| Metric | Spearmint, fresh | Thyme, fresh |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrient Density Score | 99 | 99 |
| Calories | 44 kcal | 101 kcal |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 24 g |
| Dietary fiber | 6.8 g | 14 g |
| Sugars | - | - |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 1.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 9 mg |
| Potassium | 458 mg | 609 mg |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 405 mg |
| Iron | 12 mg | 17 mg |
| Magnesium | 63 mg | 160 mg |
| Vitamin C | 13 mg | 160 mg |
| Vitamin A | 203 ug | 238 ug |
| Vitamin E | - | - |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Frequently asked questions
Which has more protein, Spearmint, fresh or Thyme, fresh?
Thyme, fresh has more protein, 5.6 g per 100 g to 3.3 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Spearmint, fresh is lower in calories, 44 kcal per 100 g to 101 kcal.
Which has more fiber?
Thyme, fresh has more dietary fiber, 14 g per 100 g to 6.8 g.