Chives

vegetables

Chives

8/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 4.5

Rated by 11 diets

9 approve1 caution1 avoid
Is Chives Healthy?

Yes — Chives is broadly considered healthy. 9 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Chives are virtually carb-free at approximately 0.4g net carbs per tablespoon. They are used in small quantities for flavoring, making them an ideal keto herb with negligible impact on daily carb intake.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant food with no animal products or derivatives. Fresh herb fully compliant with vegan diet.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Chives are an unprocessed herb from the allium family with negligible carbohydrate content. They provide beneficial compounds and were foraged by ancestral populations. Typically used in small quantities as a flavoring.

Mediterranean8/10APPROVED

Chives are a mild allium herb used in Mediterranean cooking for flavor and garnish. Nutrient-dense, unprocessed, and support the emphasis on fresh herbs and vegetables.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Plant-derived herb. Not an animal product and violates carnivore dietary principles.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Whole, unprocessed herb with no excluded ingredients. Chives are an approved herb for seasoning.

Low-FODMAP6/10CAUTION

Monash University rates chives as low-FODMAP at 1 tablespoon (3g) fresh. Small garnish amounts are acceptable; larger quantities exceed FODMAP thresholds.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Chives are a low-sodium herb vegetable rich in vitamin K and potassium. Excellent DASH-compliant seasoning alternative to salt, with minimal nutritional impact per typical serving.

Zone8/10APPROVED

Chives are non-starchy vegetables with minimal carbs, excellent for Zone. Contain quercetin and other polyphenols supporting anti-inflammatory goals. Negligible impact on macronutrient ratios; use freely as flavoring and nutrient booster.

Anti-Inflammatory8/10APPROVED

Chives are allium vegetables with quercetin and other polyphenols. Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Low calorie, nutrient-dense. Contain sulfur compounds with potential anti-inflammatory effects. Excellent culinary herb for anti-inflammatory cooking.

GLP-1 Friendly8/10APPROVED

Chives are nutrient-dense flavor enhancers with minimal calories, good vitamin K and antioxidants, and high water content. Excellent for adding taste complexity to small portions without fat, sugar, or calories. Supports hydration and adds visual appeal to meals.

Controversy Index

Score range: 29/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus4.5Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Chives

Keto 9/10
  • 0.4g net carbs per tablespoon
  • Minimal caloric contribution
  • Used in small amounts
  • Excellent flavor enhancement
Vegan 9/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • No processing required
  • Fresh herb
Paleo 9/10
  • Unprocessed herb
  • Negligible carbohydrates
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Allium family benefits
Mediterranean 8/10
  • Fresh herb
  • Allium family
  • Minimal calories
  • Flavor without salt
Whole30 9/10
  • whole herb
  • no added ingredients
  • compliant seasoning
Low-FODMAP 6/10
  • Allium family member with fructans
  • Very small safe serving size
  • Commonly used as garnish in low quantities
DASH 9/10
  • Negligible sodium
  • High vitamin K
  • Potassium source
  • Salt alternative
  • Minimal calories
Zone 8/10
  • Non-starchy vegetable
  • Minimal carbohydrate impact
  • Polyphenol content (quercetin)
  • Anti-inflammatory properties
  • allium family
  • quercetin
  • polyphenols
  • sulfur compounds
  • minimal calories
  • minimal calories
  • nutrient-dense
  • flavor enhancer
  • high water content
  • supports small portions
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