Coriander (ground)

spices

Coriander (ground)

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 2.7

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve1 caution0 avoid
Is Coriander (ground) Healthy?

Yes — Coriander (ground) is broadly considered healthy. 10 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Ground coriander contains approximately 0.5g net carbs per teaspoon. Pure spice with no additives or sugars. Widely used in keto cooking for flavoring without carb impact.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Ground coriander is made from coriander seeds, a plant product. Entirely vegan with no animal ingredients or additives.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Ground coriander is made from coriander seeds, a whole spice with no processing concerns. It is unprocessed, available to hunter-gatherers, and contains no anti-nutrients or excluded ingredients.

Mediterranean8/10APPROVED

Ground coriander is a traditional Mediterranean spice used extensively in cooking. Whole seeds ground fresh are minimally processed. Supports plant-based dishes without added salt or sugar.

Carnivore5/10CAUTION

Coriander is a plant seed spice. Technically plant-derived and excluded, but many practitioners use minimal amounts for flavoring. Strict protocols avoid entirely.

iLion Diet and strictest interpretations exclude all plant spices. Mainstream carnivore practitioners often include trace amounts for taste without metabolic concern.

Whole3010/10APPROVED

Ground coriander from coriander seeds is a pure spice with no excluded ingredients. Whole, unprocessed, and explicitly allowed.

Low-FODMAP8/10APPROVED

Monash University has tested ground coriander and confirmed it is low-FODMAP at standard seasoning portions. Coriander seeds and ground coriander are safe for the elimination phase and contain negligible fermentable carbohydrates.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Ground coriander is sodium-free, calorie-sparse, and contains antioxidants and potential anti-inflammatory compounds. Excellent DASH-compliant seasoning with no cardiovascular drawbacks.

Zone9/10APPROVED

Spice with negligible macronutrients; anti-inflammatory and polyphenol-rich. Supports Zone principles without affecting meal ratios.

Anti-Inflammatory8/10APPROVED

Contains linalool and other volatile compounds with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Supports digestive health and reduces inflammatory markers. No additives in pure form. Aligns with anti-inflammatory spice recommendations.

GLP-1 Friendly8/10APPROVED

Mild, pleasant spice with negligible calories and no GI irritation. Aids digestion and adds flavor to lean proteins and vegetables without triggering reflux or nausea. Well-tolerated across GLP-1 patient populations.

Controversy Index

Score range: 510/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus2.7Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Coriander (ground)

Keto 9/10
  • Negligible net carbs
  • Pure spice form
  • No added ingredients
  • Versatile in keto recipes
Vegan 9/10
  • Plant seed-derived
  • 100% plant-based
  • No animal products
Paleo 9/10
  • Whole spice derivative
  • No processing or additives
  • Digestive benefits
  • No anti-nutrients
Mediterranean 8/10
  • Traditional Mediterranean ingredient
  • Minimal processing
  • Supports plant-based cooking
  • Anti-inflammatory properties
Carnivore 5/10
  • Plant seed origin
  • Minimal carbohydrate per serving
  • Used in trace quantities
  • Flavor enhancement only
Whole30 10/10
  • Pure spice from seeds
  • No additives
  • Officially compliant
Low-FODMAP 8/10
  • Monash-tested and approved
  • Low fermentable carbohydrate content
  • Safe at all reasonable seasoning portions
DASH 9/10
  • Zero sodium
  • Antioxidant content
  • Supports salt reduction
Zone 9/10
  • Zero significant macronutrient impact
  • Anti-inflammatory compounds
  • Polyphenol content
  • No glycemic load
  • volatile anti-inflammatory compounds
  • antioxidant properties
  • digestive support
  • no additives
  • traditional medicinal use
  • minimal calories per serving
  • aids digestion
  • no GI irritation
  • enhances palatability of nutrient-dense foods
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