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A small, refreshing antioxidant drink made with carrot, ginger, and lemon.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Carrot ginger lemon shot (60 g) has 9 calories. That works out to 15 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 210 µg of Vitamin A covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 60 g
9
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 8% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 9 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
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 serving (medium) | 60 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 30 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 45 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 11 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 15 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 120 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 36 kcal |
Calculated from 15 calories per 100 g.
A carrot ginger lemon shot is a refreshing drink that provides antioxidant compounds from its plant ingredients. It is not proven to detox the body, prevent illness, or treat infections, but it can be enjoyed as one small part of a varied diet.
To make a carrot ginger lemon shot, wash and chop a carrot and fresh ginger, then blend them with lemon juice and a little water. Strain it for a smoother drink, or leave it unstrained to retain more of the pulp.
There is no proven best time to drink a carrot ginger lemon shot. Have it in the morning or whenever it suits you; if the lemon or ginger irritates your stomach, drink it with food rather than before breakfast.
Yes, most people can have a carrot ginger lemon shot daily as a small drink. Its concentrated ginger may bother sensitive stomachs, and it should not replace meals. If you take blood-thinning medication, ask your healthcare professional about regular ginger intake.
A carrot ginger lemon shot has not been shown to boost immunity or prevent colds on its own. Its ingredients can contribute plant nutrients to your diet, but the shot is not a substitute for medical care or a balanced eating pattern.
No, a carrot ginger lemon shot does not cause weight loss by itself. It can be a light drink if you skip added sweeteners, but there is no reliable evidence that it burns fat or speeds up metabolism.
Keep a homemade carrot ginger lemon shot in a sealed container in the refrigerator and drink it as fresh as possible. Its flavor and freshness decline over time; discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes, and do not leave it out for long.
Yes, a carrot ginger lemon shot can cause heartburn or stomach discomfort in some people. Ginger’s pungency and lemon’s acidity may be the reason; try using less ginger, diluting the drink, or having it with food.
You can strain a carrot ginger lemon shot, but you do not have to. Straining makes it smoother and removes much of the pulp; blending and drinking it unstrained leaves more of the ingredients’ fiber in the drink.
Yes, you can freeze carrot ginger lemon shots in small, airtight portions and thaw one in the refrigerator when needed. The texture may separate after thawing, so stir or shake it well before drinking and avoid refreezing a thawed portion.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
210µg · 23% DV
Vitamin C
7.2mg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
4.8µg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
69mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
11mg · 2% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 9 calories in 1 serving (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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.
Carrot ginger lemon shot is a small, concentrated drink made from carrot juice or blended carrot, fresh ginger and lemon. It belongs to the modern juice-shot tradition rather than to one specific regional cuisine, bringing vegetables and citrus together in a few refreshing sips.
Carrot lends gentle sweetness, lemon adds brightness, and ginger gives the drink a sharp, warming finish. It is usually served chilled in a small glass, on its own or alongside breakfast; you can also sip it during the day when you want something tangy instead of a larger juice. At 15 calories per 100 g, it is light, with little fibre—especially if strained. Blend rather than strain it to retain more of the carrot’s fibre, or add a little water to soften the strong flavour.
High
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
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.