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Refreshing beet-based drink with lemon and ginger
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Beet lemon ginger drink (240 g) has 77 calories. That works out to 32 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.8 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 21.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 43 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
77
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
17.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 89% · Protein 9% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 67 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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 | 77 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 96 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 160 kcal |
Calculated from 32 calories per 100 g.
Blend washed, chopped beet with lemon juice, fresh ginger and water to make a beet lemon ginger drink. Strain it if you prefer a smoother texture, and taste before adding any sweetener.
It may modestly lower blood pressure because beet nitrates can be converted into nitric oxide, which helps relax blood vessels. If you take blood-pressure medication or already have low blood pressure, ask your clinician before making it a regular drink.
Yes, you can have a beet lemon ginger drink before exercise. Beet nitrates may support blood flow, but this homemade drink is not a guaranteed performance booster; try it well before a workout if its acidity bothers your stomach.
Keep a beet lemon ginger drink in a sealed container in the refrigerator and drink it as fresh as possible, ideally the same day. Discard it if it smells fermented or develops an unusual appearance.
Yes, beet pigments can temporarily turn urine or stool pink or red after you drink it. This is usually harmless, but seek medical advice if the color persists or appears unrelated to the drink.
No, straining a beet lemon ginger drink is optional. Leaving the blended pulp gives it a thicker texture and retains more of the beet’s fiber; strain it through a fine sieve if you prefer a lighter drink.
Yes, a blender works well for a beet lemon ginger drink. Chop the beet into small pieces, blend it with water, lemon and ginger, then strain if needed; a juicer is not essential.
No, a beet lemon ginger drink does not detox the body or cleanse the liver. Your liver and kidneys handle waste removal; this drink can be a refreshing way to include beet, lemon and ginger.
Beet gives a beet lemon ginger drink its naturally earthy flavor. More lemon can brighten the taste, while a smaller piece of ginger makes it less sharp; blending in cold water also lightens the overall flavor.
Yes, you can drink a beet lemon ginger drink on an empty stomach, but lemon acidity and ginger may irritate some people’s stomachs. If you notice heartburn or nausea, have it with food instead.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
21.6mg · 24% DV
Folate
84µg · 21% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
396mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
38mg · 9% DV
Sodium
67mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 77 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Beet lemon ginger drink combines the earthy sweetness of beet with lemon’s sharpness and ginger’s warming bite. It can be made by blending or juicing the ingredients with water; straining it gives a smoother, lighter texture, while leaving the pulp in adds more body.
Serve it chilled as a refreshing drink with breakfast or alongside a meal, or pour a small glass for an afternoon pick-me-up. Its flavour is sweet-tart with a gently spicy finish. It is mostly a source of carbohydrates and is very low in fat; keeping the pulp adds a little fibre. If you prefer a lighter, less intense drink, dilute it with water and let the beet’s own sweetness come through rather than adding sweetener.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
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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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.