Cilantro
In season here from May through September.
In season in SW Michigan
In season
Months from the MSU Extension seasonal availability guide. Weather shifts dates a little each year.
Key nutrients
Per ¼ cup leaves, fresh · 4 g
| Nutrient | Amount | %DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 | ||
| Carbohydrate | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 13 mcg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 21 mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 12 mcg | 10% |
FDC ID 169997 · Coriander (SR Legacy)
%DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults and children 4+. Values are USDA lab averages scaled to the serving; your harvest may differ.
Wellness
A quarter cup of fresh cilantro has about 1 calorie, plus 12 mcg of vitamin K (10% DV). That makes it a good source of vitamin K. (USDA) The NIH Office of Dietary Supplements says vitamin K is important for blood clotting and healthy bones. (NIH ODS)
Pick, store and use
- Pick
Look for firm leaves that aren't wilted, with no black spots or insects and a strong aroma. (MSU Extension)
- Store
Refrigerate fresh herbs like cilantro; most last about a week. (MSU Extension · MSU Extension)
- Dry
Rinse and trim, then tie in bundles and hang upside down to air-dry, or use a food dryer. (MSU Extension)
Where to get it nearby
No farm in our directory lists cilantro by name yet. Many farm markets carry more than their listing says, so it's worth asking.
Sources: USDA FoodData Central, FDC ID 169997 · FDA Daily Values · NIH ODS: Vitamin K · MSU Extension Michigan Fresh: Herbs · MSU Extension: Storing Michigan Fresh Produce · MSU Extension seasonal availability guide · Farm list: Farm to Table Growers research (2026).