Vegan Spices & Seasonings Guide
18 items classified under standard Vegan guidelines.
This guide covers all 18 spices & seasonings classified under Vegan guidelines. Vegan evaluates foods primarily by whether the food contains any animal-derived ingredients, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Spices & Seasonings are universally compatible with Vegan. Each item listed here is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.
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 a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives.
The ingredient list matters more than the food category — hidden animal ingredients appear in foods that look plant-based at first glance.
Allowed Spices & Seasonings (18)
Basil
AllowedWith 23kcal calories per 100g, Basil earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedBlack Pepper is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 279kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Within this category, it falls between Oregano and Paprika for calories, ranking 9 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cayenne Pepper
AllowedAt 318kcal calories per 100g, Cayenne Pepper falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. It is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Beyond the primary classification, cayenne pepper also provides 12g protein and 17.3g fat per 100g. 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 Vegan guidelines. It is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Beyond the primary classification, chili powder also provides 13.3g protein and 8.2g fat per 100g. 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 Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.1g protein and 5.3g fat per serving. 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 Vegan, with 375kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedAt 264kcal calories per 100g, Everything Bagel Seasoning falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.6g protein and 422mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Cinnamon and Oregano for calories, ranking 7 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Garlic Powder
AllowedAt 331kcal calories per 100g, Garlic Powder falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.6g protein and 9g fiber per serving. 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
AllowedGinger is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 80kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedWith 884kcal calories per 100g, Nutmeg earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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 Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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 Vegan. It is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Beyond the primary classification, oregano also provides 9g protein and 42.5g fiber per 100g. 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
AllowedPaprika is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 282kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Nutritionally, it also delivers 14.1g protein and 12.9g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Black Pepper and Vanilla Extract for calories, ranking 10 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Saffron
AllowedWith 310kcal calories per 100g, Saffron earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. It also contains 11.4g protein and 5.9g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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 Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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 Vegan, with 170kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedWith 312kcal calories per 100g, Turmeric earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. It is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedWith 288kcal calories per 100g, Vanilla Extract earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Within this category, it falls between Paprika and Saffron for calories, ranking 11 of 18.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central