In the video, a person is seen cutting a leaf of basil on a wooden cutting board. The person uses a knife to chop the basil into small pieces. The basil is bright green in color and appears to be fresh. The person's hands are visible, and they are wearing a ring on their left hand. The cutting board is light brown and appears to be made of wood. The knife used for cutting is silver and has a black handle. The person's movements are precise and careful as they chop the basil.