Coriander Leaf
Coriander leaf is the fresh leafy part of the coriander plant, commonly used as a garnish and herb.

About Coriander Leaf
Coriander leaf is the fresh leafy portion of the coriander plant, commonly sold in bunches with some tender stems attached. It is used as a garnish or herb in salads, salsas, chutneys, sauces, soups, curries, rice dishes, and other cooked foods.
The leaf is bright green, soft, and fragile, with a fresh herbal and citrus-like aroma; some people perceive its flavour as strongly pungent. Leaves may be torn or chopped, while small sprigs can remain intact for presentation. Sensory perception varies among individuals.
It is most often added raw or shortly before serving so its colour and aroma remain distinct. Fresh bunches may be whole or trimmed, and packaged products may be washed or sold loose. This identity refers to fresh leaf, not the plant’s dried seed or root.
- Ingredient type
- whole food
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Local names for coriander leaf
Names and romanised forms to recognise on menus and labels.
coriander leaf
cilantro
feuilles de coriandre
Korianderblätter
feuille de coriandre
Korianderblatt
foglia di coriandolo
folha de coentro
korianderblad
лист кориандра
list koriandra
ورق الكزبرة
waraq al-kuzbara
धनिया पत्ती
dhania pattī
ধনেপাতা
dhonepātā
ہرا دھنیا
harā dhania
कोथिंबीर
kothimbīr
કોથમીર
kothmīr
கொத்தமல்லி இலை
kottamalli ilai
కొత్తిమీర
kottimīra
ಕೊತ್ತಂಬರಿ ಸೊಪ್ಪು
kottambari soppu
മല്ലിയില
malliyila
ใบผักชี
bai phak chi
パクチーの葉
pakuchī no ha
고수잎
gosuip
香菜叶
xiāngcài yè
lá rau mùi
daun ketumbar
daun ketumbar
kişniş yaprağı
kottambari soppu
Romanised form
pakuchī no ha
Romanised form
coriander leaf (dried)
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coriander leaf (raw)
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dried coriander leaf
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fresh raw coriander leaf
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Spices, coriander leaf, dried
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kottamalli ilai
Romanised form
waraq al-kuzbara
Romanised form
gosuip
Romanised form
dhonepātā
Romanised form
xiāngcài yè
Romanised form
dhania pattī
Romanised form
malliyila
Romanised form
harā dhania
Romanised form
list koriandra
Romanised form
kothmīr
Romanised form
kothimbīr
Romanised form
bai phak chi
Romanised form
kottimīra
Romanised form
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Coriander Leaf nutrition & diet
Coriander Leaf nutritional value
Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw
Per 100 g of the edible portion in the recorded food form.
- Calories
- 23kcal
- Protein
- 2.1g
- Carbs
- 3.7g
- Fat
- 0.5g
Reference values for the specific food form shown. Other varieties, brands and preparations can differ.
Portions & preparation
Identify fresh coriander leaf and specify whether tender stems are included, then distinguish raw leaves from leaves wilted or cooked into a dish. Measure the edible herb separately from dressings, pastes, oils, salt, or other ingredients that may accompany it.
Compare the right form: Match references to fresh coriander leaf, with raw or cooked form and inclusion of tender stems stated; do not substitute seed or root.
Diet considerations
Coriander leaf is plant-origin herb. Its compatibility changes when processed into chutney, curry paste, dressing, or a mixed sauce containing dairy, animal products, or cereal ingredients. Plain leaves are distinct from the finished recipe, and the dietary pattern depends on the portion and accompanying foods.
AI-authored reading notes · Awaiting editorial review. Measured values, where available, have a separate source above.
Dietary compatibility
- VeganTypically compatible
- VegetarianTypically compatible
- PescatarianTypically compatible
- KetoDepends on the version
- PaleoTypically compatible
- Low-carbDepends on the version
- HalalNot established
- KosherNot established
What these diet assessments mean
- Vegan · Typically compatible
- The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
- Vegetarian · Typically compatible
- The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
- Pescatarian · Typically compatible
- The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
- Keto · Depends on the version
- Compatibility depends on the portion and preparation. A sourced carbohydrate amount for a defined serving is not available.
- Paleo · Typically compatible
- The plain form fits the conventional paleo food groups. Added ingredients and individual interpretations can differ.
- Low-carb · Depends on the version
- Compatibility depends on the portion and preparation. A sourced carbohydrate amount for a defined serving is not available.
- Halal · Not established
- Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish halal status.
- Kosher · Not established
- Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish kosher status.
For the plain ingredient · Awaiting review. Diet compatibility is not allergy suitability or halal/kosher certification. Keto and low-carb depend on the portion.
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Sources & review
Nutrition reference: USDA FoodData Central — Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw ↗. Values are scaled from 100 g of the recorded edible form. Individual portions have no assumed fixed weight.
Expanded overview, name examples and nutrition notes are database drafts awaiting editorial review. Numeric nutrition values, where shown, have their own source and food-form reference.
The ingredient description and dish connections come from the draft catalogue and may change after review.
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