Gluten-Free Spices & Seasonings Guide
18 items classified under standard Gluten-Free guidelines.
How do spices & seasonings fare on the Gluten-Free diet? The answer depends on whether the food contains gluten from wheat, barley, or rye. This guide breaks down all 18 items in this category with their classification, nutritional data, and the reasoning behind each status.
Good news for Gluten-Free followers: all spices & seasonings fit the diet. These foods are naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Basil | Allowed | 23kcal |
| Black Pepper | Allowed | 279kcal |
| Cayenne Pepper | Allowed | 318kcal |
| Chili Powder | Allowed | 139kcal |
| Cinnamon | Allowed | 253kcal |
| Cumin | Allowed | 375kcal |
| Everything Bagel Seasoning | Allowed | 264kcal |
| Garlic Powder | Allowed | 331kcal |
| Ginger | Allowed | 80kcal |
| Nutmeg | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Onion Powder | Allowed | 341kcal |
| Oregano | Allowed | 265kcal |
| Paprika | Allowed | 282kcal |
| Saffron | Allowed | 310kcal |
| Salt | Allowed | 0kcal |
| Taco Seasoning | Allowed | 170kcal |
| Turmeric | Allowed | 312kcal |
| Vanilla Extract | Allowed | 288kcal |
Classification Breakdown
18 Allowed — These spices & seasonings are naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins.
For celiac disease the threshold is 20 ppm, and cross-contamination matters as much as ingredients.
Allowed Spices & Seasonings (18)
Basil
AllowedAt 23kcal calories per 100g, Basil falls into the Allowed category under Gluten-Free guidelines. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Among the 18 items in this category, basil sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Ginger at 80kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Black Pepper
AllowedAt 279kcal calories per 100g, Black Pepper falls into the Allowed category under Gluten-Free guidelines. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Within this category, it falls between Oregano and Paprika for calories, ranking 9 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cayenne Pepper
AllowedWith 318kcal calories per 100g, Cayenne Pepper earns a Allowed classification on Gluten-Free. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. It also contains 12g protein and 17.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Turmeric at 312kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Chili Powder
AllowedAt 139kcal calories per 100g, Chili Powder falls into the Allowed category under Gluten-Free guidelines. The classification reflects that it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 13.3g protein and 8.2g fat per serving. Among the 18 items in this category, chili powder sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Taco Seasoning at 170kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cinnamon
AllowedAt 253kcal calories per 100g, Cinnamon falls into the Allowed category under Gluten-Free guidelines. It is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Beyond the primary classification, cinnamon also provides 7.1g protein and 5.3g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Taco Seasoning and Everything Bagel Seasoning for calories, ranking 6 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cumin
AllowedCumin is classified as Allowed on Gluten-Free, with 375kcal calories per 100g. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. It also contains 17.8g protein and 22.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Onion Powder at 341kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Everything Bagel Seasoning
AllowedWith 264kcal calories per 100g, Everything Bagel Seasoning earns a Allowed classification on Gluten-Free. It is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Beyond the primary classification, everything bagel seasoning also provides 10.6g protein and 422mg sodium per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Cinnamon and Oregano for calories, ranking 7 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Garlic Powder
AllowedGarlic Powder is classified as Allowed on Gluten-Free, with 331kcal calories per 100g. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. It also contains 16.6g protein and 9g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cayenne Pepper at 318kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Ginger
AllowedWith 80kcal calories per 100g, Ginger earns a Allowed classification on Gluten-Free. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Among the 18 items in this category, ginger sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Chili Powder at 139kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Nutmeg
AllowedAt 884kcal calories per 100g, Nutmeg falls into the Allowed category under Gluten-Free guidelines. The classification reflects that it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cumin at 375kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Onion Powder
AllowedWith 341kcal calories per 100g, Onion Powder earns a Allowed classification on Gluten-Free. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. It also contains 10.4g protein and 15.2g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Garlic Powder at 331kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Oregano
AllowedWith 265kcal calories per 100g, Oregano earns a Allowed classification on Gluten-Free. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. It also contains 9g protein and 42.5g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Everything Bagel Seasoning and Black Pepper for calories, ranking 8 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Paprika
AllowedAt 282kcal calories per 100g, Paprika falls into the Allowed category under Gluten-Free guidelines. It is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Beyond the primary classification, paprika also provides 14.1g protein and 12.9g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Black Pepper and Vanilla Extract for calories, ranking 10 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Saffron
AllowedSaffron is classified as Allowed on Gluten-Free, with 310kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.4g protein and 5.9g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Vanilla Extract and Turmeric for calories, ranking 12 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Salt
AllowedAt 0kcal calories per 100g, Salt falls into the Allowed category under Gluten-Free guidelines. The classification reflects that it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 38800mg sodium per serving. Among the 18 items in this category, salt sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Basil at 23kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Taco Seasoning
AllowedTaco Seasoning is classified as Allowed on Gluten-Free, with 170kcal calories per 100g. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. It also contains 6.7g protein and 9.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Chili Powder and Cinnamon for calories, ranking 5 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Turmeric
AllowedAt 312kcal calories per 100g, Turmeric falls into the Allowed category under Gluten-Free guidelines. It is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Beyond the primary classification, turmeric also provides 9.7g protein and 22.7g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Saffron and Cayenne Pepper for calories, ranking 13 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Vanilla Extract
AllowedAt 288kcal calories per 100g, Vanilla Extract falls into the Allowed category under Gluten-Free guidelines. This means it is naturally free of wheat, barley, rye, and their gluten proteins. Within this category, it falls between Paprika and Saffron for calories, ranking 11 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central