Chicory roots
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 72 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 17.5 g |
Chicory root is the raw, starchy taproot of the chicory plant, most commonly dried and ground as a coffee substitute or additive, though it is also eaten roasted or cooked as a vegetable. Per 100 g, raw chicory root provides 72 kcal, 1.4 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat, 17.5 g of carbohydrates and 1.5 g of dietary fibre, with 8.7 g coming from sugars. It contributes 290 mg of potassium and 61 mg of phosphorus per 100 g, along with 23 mcg of folate and 5 mg of vitamin C. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Chicory root fits vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in chicory root?
Raw chicory root contains 72 kcal per 100 g, coming primarily from its carbohydrate content of 17.5 g. A typical small root used in cooking or preparation weighs around 60–80 g, putting a single serving at roughly 43–58 kcal.
How much potassium is in chicory root?
Chicory root contains 290 mg of potassium per 100 g, making it a reasonably good vegetable source of this mineral. That figure is comparable to common root vegetables like carrots and parsnips.
Is chicory root vegan-friendly?
Yes, chicory root is entirely plant-based and suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets. It is also gluten-free and dairy-free, and fits paleo and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 72.0 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.20 g |
| Carbs | 17.5 g |
| Sugars | 8.7 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.048 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.004 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.087 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 41.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.80 mg |
| Magnesium | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 61.0 mg |
| Potassium | 290 mg |
| Sodium | 50.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.33 mg |
| Copper | 0.077 mg |
| Manganese | 0.23 mg |
| Selenium | 0.70 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 5.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.040 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.030 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.40 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.32 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 23.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
