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Herbs, Tarragon

Tarragon is widely used in French cuisine - from its appearance in Bearnaise sauce to the commonly used herb medely known as "Fines Herbes".

With it's distinctive anise-like flavor, tarragon is primarily used as a flavoring for vinegar as well as pickles, relishes, prepared mustards, and sauces.

High in antioxidants, tarragon pairs nicely with fish, soups and stews, and is often used in tomato dishes.

Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=15,542

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Selecting and Storing

Look for fresh tarragon, with its narrow, pointed leaves in the summer and early fall. It is also available dried and in powder forms. Store dry tarragon in a cool, dark place for up to six months.

Nutrition Information

Serving size: 1 tbsp(s)spices
Calories: 6 Omega-6 / Omega-3 ratio: 0 : 1 View Calorie Breakdown
MACRONUTRIENTS Amount
Total Fat
0.14 g
Saturated Fat
0.04 g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.01 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.07 g
Trans Fat
0 g
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
59 g
ALA
59 mg
EPA, DHA
0 mg, 0 mg
EPA
0 mg,
DHA
0 mg,
Conjugated Linoleic Acid(CLA)
0 mg
Cholesterol
0 mg
Total Carbohydrate
1 g
Net Carbohydrate
0.85 g
Sugars
0 g
Fiber
0.15 g
Protein
0.46 g
Sugar Alcohols
0 g
MICRONUTRIENTS Amount % Daily Value*
*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).
Vitamins
Vitamin A 84 IU 2%
Vitamin C 1 mg 2%
Vitamin D 0 IU 0%
Vitamin E 0 IU 0%
Vitamin B6 0.05 mg 2%
Vitamin B12 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin K 0 mg 0%
Folate 5.48 mcg 1%
Niacin 0.18 mg 1%
Riboflavin 0.03 mg 2%
Thiamin 0.01 mg 1%
Minerals
Calcium 22.78 mg 2%
Copper 0.01 mg 0%
Iron 0.65 mg 4%
Magnesium 6.94 mg 2%
Manganese 0.16 mg 8%
Phosphorous 6.26 mg 1%
Potassium 60.4 mg 2%
Selenium 0.09 mcg 0%
Sodium 1.24 mg 0%
Zinc 0.08 mg 1%
Phytonutrients
Alpha-carotene 0 mcg
Beta-carotene 0 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin 0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin 0 mcg
Lycopene 0 mcg

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