Chicory
Roasted/baked chicory, cooked
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 24 kcal |
| Protein | 1.1 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Carbs | 4.4 g |
Chicory is a leafy vegetable eaten raw, most commonly used in salads, where its firm texture and distinctly bitter flavour add contrast to milder greens. It is a staple in European cuisines, particularly in Belgian, French and Italian cooking, and is also braised or grilled as a cooked side dish. Per 100 g, raw chicory provides just 18 kcal, 1.2 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat, 2.8 g of carbohydrates and 1.8 g of dietary fibre, with very little sugar (0.7 g). It contributes 212 mg of potassium, 20 mg of calcium and 37 mcg of folate per 100 g. Chicory is suitable for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in chicory?
Raw chicory contains just 18 kcal per 100 g, making it one of the lower-calorie leafy vegetables. A typical serving of around 50 g — roughly half a head — comes in at approximately 9 kcal.
How much potassium is in chicory?
Chicory provides 212 mg of potassium per 100 g, which is a reasonable amount for a leafy vegetable at this calorie level. It also contains 31.4 mg of phosphorus and 20 mg of calcium per 100 g.
Is chicory keto-friendly?
Yes, chicory is well suited to a keto diet. It contains only 2.8 g of carbohydrates and 0.7 g of sugars per 100 g, while providing 1.8 g of fibre, giving a net carb figure of around 1 g per 100 g.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 23.5 kcal |
| Protein | 1.1 g |
| Fat | 0.30 g |
| Carbs | 4.4 g |
| Sugars | 3.2 g |
| Fiber | 0.50 g |
| Starch | 0.35 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.010 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.010 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.010 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.030 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.020 g |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 27.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.23 mg |
| Magnesium | 10.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 27.0 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Sodium | 5.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.18 mg |
| Copper | 0.070 mg |
| Manganese | 0.090 mg |
| Selenium | 20.0 mcg |
| Iodine | 20.0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 16.5 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0.50 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.080 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.1 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.032 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.010 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.21 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.11 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.028 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 5.9 mcg |
Other cooking states of Chicory
Raw chicory (18 kcal).
