Beetroot
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 49 kcal |
| Protein | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 8.9 g |
Beetroot is a root vegetable eaten raw, roasted, boiled, or pickled, and is a common ingredient in salads, soups such as borscht, and side dishes across European and Middle Eastern cuisines. Per 100 g, raw beetroot provides 49 kcal, 1.3 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat, 8.9 g of carbohydrates and 2 g of dietary fibre; nearly all of the carbohydrate comes from sugars (8.8 g), which accounts for its characteristic sweetness. It contributes 210 mg of potassium and 120 mg of sodium per 100 g, along with 22 mcg of folate and 2 mg of vitamin C. No glycemic index value is available for raw beetroot. Suitable for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in beetroot?
Raw beetroot contains 49 kcal per 100 g. A medium beetroot weighs around 80–100 g, so a single root comes in at roughly 40–50 kcal.
How much potassium is in beetroot?
Raw beetroot provides 210 mg of potassium per 100 g, making it a reasonable contributor to daily potassium intake. It also contains 120 mg of sodium per 100 g, which is relatively notable for a fresh vegetable.
Is beetroot keto-friendly?
Beetroot appears on the keto diet list, though its 8.9 g of carbohydrates per 100 g — almost entirely from sugars — means portion size matters on a strict low-carb plan. Small amounts can fit within a keto framework, but larger servings may push carb totals higher than intended.
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 49.0 kcal |
| Protein | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 0.20 g |
| Carbs | 8.9 g |
| Sugars | 8.8 g |
| Fiber | 2.0 g |
| Starch | 0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 16.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.66 mg |
| Magnesium | 13.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 21.0 mg |
| Potassium | 210 mg |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Zinc | 0.30 mg |
| Copper | 0.059 mg |
| Manganese | 0.20 mg |
| Selenium | 0 mcg |
| Iodine | 1.8 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.020 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.010 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.20 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.10 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.040 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 22.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
Other cooking states of Beetroot
Cooked beetroot (53 kcal).
