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Litehouse Freeze Dried Basil Herb
Produce
📊 NOVA 1🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Litehouse Freeze Dried Basil Herb

Litehouse
0.28 oz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
3
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Litehouse Freeze-Dried Basil is a tiny pantry powerhouse — a 0.28 oz jar of bright, concentrated basil that sits on herb and spice shelves near other dried herbs, seasoning blends, and specialty pantry staples like sun-dried tomatoes and artisanal olive oils. Shoppers spot it in the spice aisle or the refrigerated/ambient fresh herbs section in stores that stock shelf-stable, premium herbs. It fits into quick weeknight dinners, meal-prep Sundays, and storm- or pantry-prep trips when fresh produce might not be available. The brand positions itself as convenient and culinary-minded: modern home cooks and busy foodies who want fresh flavor without the fuss. Marketing leans into freshness preservation (freeze-drying), year-round availability, and simple ingredient transparency rather than flashy kid-focused designs. The label emphasizes “Freeze Dried Basil” with a natural/clean-food halo — no additives or preservatives listed — though it is not necessarily organic unless labeled so. In plain terms, the product is minimally processed basil that has had moisture removed to lock in aroma and color. Sensory details: visually it’s a crushed, lightweight green flake that rehydrates quickly; aroma opens up when sprinkled into hot dishes or steeped in oil. Packaging is a small, resealable jar or pouch meant for pantry storage and measured sprinkling — a ritual of shaking or pinching flakes into sauces, soups, pizzas, or salads. In American grocery culture it signals a practical, flavor-first choice for cooks who value shelf stability and the bright, herbaceous lift of basil without frequent trips to the produce aisle.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Freeze, Dried, Basil..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

Contains a single ingredient (freeze-dried basil) with no additives; freeze-drying is a minimal preservation process, so it fits the NOVA group for unprocessed or minimally processed foods.

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Common Questions about Litehouse Freeze Dried Basil Herb

Absolutely! Litehouse Freeze Dried Basil is a great way to add flavor without any added sugars, preservatives, or artificial ingredients. It's a minimally processed herb, so it can be a smart choice for those looking to amp up their meals with a nutritious twist.

Perfect For

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weeknight-dinner
storm-prep

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