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Low-calorie refreshing beet and lemon drink
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Beet lemon water (250 g) has 28 calories. That works out to 11 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.3 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 11.3 mg of Vitamin C covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
28
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
6.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 93% · Protein 7% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 28 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| 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) | 250 g | 28 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 55 kcal |
Calculated from 11 calories per 100 g.
Make beet lemon water by adding thinly sliced or grated, well-washed raw beet to water with fresh lemon, then chilling it so the flavors infuse. Strain it if you prefer a clear drink. This simple homemade version needs no added sugar.
No, beet lemon water is usually water infused with beet slices, while beet juice is extracted from the beet itself. Juice is more concentrated and carries more of the beet’s components; an infused drink mainly provides a mild flavor.
It is not proven that beet lemon water lowers blood pressure. Beetroot juice, which is richer in nitrate than infused water, may modestly affect blood pressure in some people, but this drink should not replace prescribed treatment.
Homemade beet lemon water is best kept covered in the refrigerator and used within a day. Discard it if it develops an unusual smell, fizz, or taste, and do not leave it sitting at room temperature for extended periods.
Yes, beet lemon water can be a refreshing way to drink fluids before exercise. However, water infused with beet slices is much less concentrated than beet juice, so it should not be expected to deliver the performance effects studied for beet juice.
Beet lemon water can make urine look pink or reddish because beet pigments pass through the body in some people. This harmless color change is usually temporary; seek medical advice if it persists after you stop drinking it or comes with pain.
Yes, most people can drink beet lemon water on an empty stomach, but there is no established extra benefit to doing so. Lemon may aggravate reflux or stomach sensitivity, in which case have it with food or use less lemon.
Yes, cooked beets can be used to make beet lemon water, though the flavor will differ from a version made with raw beet. Cool the cooked beet first, then add it to clean water with lemon and refrigerate while it infuses.
No, beet lemon water does not directly cause weight loss. Unsweetened beet lemon water can replace a sugary drink with a lighter option, but it does not have a special fat-burning effect.
You do not have to peel beets for beet lemon water if you scrub them thoroughly under running water first. Peeling can make the flavor milder and the drink clearer, while leaving the peel on may add a more earthy taste.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
11.25mg · 13% DV
Folate
25µg · 6% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
175mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
13mg · 3% DV
Sodium
13mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 28 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 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 water combines beetroot with water and lemon, usually by steeping beet slices or adding beet juice to water. The lemon’s tartness balances beetroot’s earthy flavour, and the drink can be made more or less intense to taste.
Serve it chilled as a refreshing drink alongside a meal or between meals; it is easy to make at home and is not a traditional everyday staple in most places. It is mostly water and low in calories, with 11 calories per 100 g. For a milder flavour, use more water and less beetroot, then add lemon gradually so the acidity suits your taste.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.