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Low-calorie, refreshing, contains a little vitamin C
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Beet, ginger and lemon water (240 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 9.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
19
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
4.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 10% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 19 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 500 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 1000 g | 80 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
To make beet, ginger and lemon water, wash and thinly slice a beet, then add it to water with fresh ginger and lemon. Chill for a few hours to infuse; grate the ingredients for a stronger flavor, or strain before serving.
Beet, ginger and lemon water is a refreshing, low-calorie drink that gets a little vitamin C from lemon. Its main appeal is flavor and hydration; steeping the ingredients in water does not give the same nutrients as eating them or drinking beet juice.
Beet, ginger and lemon water is not a reliable way to lower blood pressure. Beetroot contains dietary nitrate, but an infused drink is not equivalent to beet juice. If you take blood-pressure medication, ask your healthcare professional before making it a daily routine.
No, beet, ginger and lemon water does not cause weight loss by itself. It can replace a sugary drink with a lighter option, but it should not be used instead of meals or treated as a fat-burning drink.
Yes, most people can include beet, ginger and lemon water as a daily drink. Too much ginger may aggravate heartburn, though, and anyone with a history of kidney stones or taking regular medication should ask a healthcare professional about frequent use.
Keep beet, ginger and lemon water in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator and drink it within about a day for the best flavor. Discard it if it smells off or looks unusual, and avoid leaving the sliced ingredients in it for several days.
Yes, beet, ginger and lemon water can make urine or stool look pink or reddish because of natural beet pigments. If the color continues when you have not eaten beetroot, or comes with pain, seek medical advice rather than assuming it is from the drink.
No, peeling the beet is optional when making beet, ginger and lemon water. Scrub it thoroughly under running water if you leave the skin on; peeling it can give the infused water a cleaner appearance and milder earthy taste.
No, beet, ginger and lemon water is an infusion, while beet juice is made by extracting liquid from the beet itself. The infused drink usually has a milder beet flavor and does not provide the same amount of beet as a glass of juice.
Beet, ginger and lemon water can be a refreshing drink before exercise, but it is not a proven substitute for a sports drink or a source of workout fuel. Because it is an infusion rather than beet juice, its nitrate content may be much lower.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
9.6mg · 11% DV
Folate
19.2µg · 5% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
156mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
14mg · 3% DV
Sodium
19mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 19 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Beet, ginger and lemon water is a lightly flavoured drink made by steeping pieces of beetroot, fresh ginger and lemon in water. It is much milder than beet juice, as the ingredients lend the water colour and flavour rather than forming a thick drink. It is commonly served chilled as a homemade alternative to plain water, alongside a meal or throughout the day.
The flavour balances beet’s earthy notes with ginger’s warmth and lemon’s tartness. It is low in calories and provides a little vitamin C, but is not a substitute for a meal. For a gentler taste, steep the ingredients briefly and strain the water; adjust the lemon to suit your preference.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.