Chicory · Cichorium intybus
Chicory roots, raw
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Good nutrient density 29/100
How many beneficial nutrients Chicory roots, raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Chicory roots, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
90% from carbs
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Carbs 90%17.5 g per serving
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Fat 2%0.2 g per serving
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Protein 7%1.4 g per serving
What Chicory roots, raw is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value.
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.5 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 13.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 75.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 3.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 41.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 2.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 4.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 75.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 5.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.4 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 23.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.3 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 41.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | |
| Magnesium | 22.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 61.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 290.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 50.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.3 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.2 mg | |
| Selenium | 0.7 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 0.9 g | — |
About Chicory roots, raw
Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is a remarkably versatile plant grown for its bitter leaves, its crisp forced buds, and its roasted root, recognizable in the wild by the sky-blue flowers that line summer roadsides. From it come several familiar vegetables: the tight, pale spears of Belgian endive, grown in the dark to keep them mild, the deep-red heads of radicchio, the broad leaves of escarole, and the frilly, curly frisee, all sharing that characteristic pleasant bitterness.
Its long taproot is roasted and ground as a caffeine-free coffee substitute or blend, famous in the coffee of New Orleans. Chicory is low in calories and a notable source of inulin, a prebiotic fiber that feeds healthy gut bacteria, along with vitamins and minerals. The leaves add welcome bite to salads and turn sweet, tender, and mellow when grilled or braised, balancing rich, fatty dishes and cutting through creamy sauces.
Choose crisp, fresh heads with no browning at the edges or wilting, and store chicory greens loosely wrapped in the refrigerator, using them within a few days while they are at their liveliest.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Chicory roots, raw?
There are 72 calories in 100 g of Chicory roots, raw, or about 43 calories in 1 root (60 g).
How much protein is in Chicory roots, raw?
Chicory roots, raw contains 1.4 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Chicory roots, raw?
Chicory roots, raw has 17.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Chicory roots, raw?
Chicory roots, raw provides 0.2 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Chicory roots, raw a good source of?
Chicory roots, raw is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Manganese (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
