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Beet kvass with hot pepper Calories
Fermented, probiotic, low-calorie
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Beet kvass with hot pepper (240 g) has 17 calories. That works out to 7 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Beet kvass with hot pepper Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
17
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 44% · Fat 56%
Beet kvass with hot pepper nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 672 mg | 29% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Beet kvass with hot pepper?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 4 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 7 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 23 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 35 kcal |
Calculated from 7 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beet kvass with hot pepper
What is beet kvass with hot pepper?
Beet kvass with hot pepper is a tangy fermented drink made from beets, water, salt, and chili. Fermentation gives it a sour, earthy flavor, while the heat varies with the pepper used; whether it contains live cultures depends on processing.
How do you make beet kvass with hot pepper?
Make beet kvass with hot pepper by covering chopped beets and chili with salted water in a clean jar and letting them ferment at room temperature. Keep the vegetables submerged, taste for sourness, then strain and refrigerate when it reaches the flavor you want.
What does beet kvass with hot pepper taste like?
Beet kvass with hot pepper tastes sour, earthy, and lightly salty, with a chili kick that varies by recipe. As fermentation progresses, the beet’s sweetness becomes less prominent and the drink’s tanginess becomes more noticeable.
Does beet kvass with hot pepper contain probiotics?
Unpasteurized beet kvass with hot pepper can contain live microorganisms from fermentation. Pasteurization or other heat treatment can reduce or eliminate them, so the word “fermented” alone does not guarantee that a bottle contains live probiotic cultures.
How should you store beet kvass with hot pepper?
Refrigerate beet kvass with hot pepper in a clean, sealed container once it reaches the desired sourness. Cold storage slows fermentation. Discard homemade kvass if you see mold or notice an unusually foul smell or appearance.
Why is salt used in beet kvass with hot pepper?
Salt helps create the conditions for fermentation and supports the texture of the beets in beet kvass with hot pepper. Changing the salt substantially can affect the fermentation, so use a reliable recipe rather than guessing at the amount.
Is beet kvass with hot pepper fizzy?
It can be lightly fizzy because fermentation produces carbon dioxide in beet kvass with hot pepper. Gas may build up in a sealed jar during fermentation, so check it regularly and chill the drink before opening to reduce foaming.
How is beet kvass with hot pepper different from beet juice?
Beet kvass with hot pepper is fermented, while beet juice is made by extracting liquid from beets. Kvass is typically tangier and may be salty or lightly fizzy; it also needs different handling and storage from fresh juice.
Can you drink beet kvass with hot pepper every day?
Many people drink beet kvass with hot pepper as a small serving alongside a meal, but it can be salty and spicy. If you are limiting sodium or chili irritates your stomach, choose a milder drink or a smaller serving.
Does beet kvass with hot pepper contain alcohol?
Fermentation can produce small amounts of alcohol in beet kvass with hot pepper, and the amount varies with the recipe and conditions. If you need to avoid alcohol completely, do not assume homemade or unpasteurized kvass is alcohol-free.
Beet kvass with hot pepper Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Folate
43.2µg · 11% DV
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
672mg · 29% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
336mg · 10% DV
Beet kvass with hot pepper Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Beet kvass with hot pepper
To burn the 17 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Beet kvass with hot pepper?
Beet kvass with hot pepper is a tangy fermented drink made by steeping beetroot in salted water, with pepper adding a warming kick. It has roots in Eastern European kitchens, where beet kvass is also used as a drink and as a base for soups. Recipes vary, so it may taste gently sour or more intensely earthy, salty and sharp.
Serve it chilled in a small glass alongside a meal, or use a splash to bring acidity to a soup or dressing. Its texture is thin and watery rather than juice-like. It is a fermented, very low-calorie drink: 100 g provides 7 kcal. The pepper can dominate the beet’s sweetness, so start with a small pour if you prefer a milder flavour.
How Nutritious Is Beet kvass with hot pepper?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Beet kvass with hot pepper Processed?
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.
Does Beet kvass with hot pepper Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Beet kvass with hot pepper Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Beet kvass with hot pepper Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.05g
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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