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Chicory root coffee with a small amount of milk. Low in caffeine, contains fiber and some minerals.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Chicory coffee with low milk (200 g) has 56 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Chicory coffee with a little milk is made by brewing roasted chicory root in hot water, then adding a small splash of milk. Chicory-root drinks have a long history in parts of Europe, including France, and are also familiar in New Orleans. Depending on how it is made, it may contain no coffee beans at all.
It has a roasted, earthy flavour with a gentle bitterness, while milk rounds off the edge. You can serve it at breakfast or as an afternoon hot drink, much as you would coffee or tea; a plain biscuit or toast makes an easy pairing. It is typically low in caffeine, and chicory contributes some fibre. Keep the milk modest if you want a lighter cup.
Selected: 100 g
28
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.7g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 16% · Fat 16%
Vitamins
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.7µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Calcium
18mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
16mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
65mg · 2% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 28 calories in 100 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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Chicory coffee made from roasted chicory root alone is naturally caffeine-free, while blends with coffee beans contain caffeine. This drink is described as low in caffeine, so check whether the chicory coffee you use is blended with regular coffee.
Brew ground, roasted chicory root in hot water and strain it, then add a small amount of milk. If you are using instant chicory coffee, follow its package directions, since brewing methods vary between products.
Chicory coffee with low milk tastes roasted, earthy, and mildly bitter, with the milk softening its edge. It can resemble regular coffee, but chicory has its own distinct flavor and is often less sharply bitter.
Yes, chicory coffee with low milk can replace regular coffee if you want a roasted, coffee-like drink. Pure chicory root has no caffeine, so it will not provide the caffeine lift of coffee made from coffee beans.
Yes, chicory coffee with low milk can be a bedtime drink when it is made from chicory root alone, which is caffeine-free. If your product contains coffee beans, its caffeine may affect sleep, so check the ingredients.
Yes, chicory coffee with low milk can cause gas or bloating in some people. Chicory root contains inulin, a fermentable fiber that can be troublesome for sensitive digestion; try a small serving if you are unsure how you tolerate it.
No, chicory coffee with low milk is not naturally sweet like a flavored coffee drink. Roasted chicory tastes earthy and slightly bitter, while a little milk rounds it out; add sweetener only if you prefer a sweeter cup.
Yes, you can serve chicory coffee with low milk over ice. Brew it hot and let it cool before adding milk and ice, or use an instant product that dissolves in cold water for a quicker drink.
Chicory root naturally contains inulin, but the amount that remains in a cup of chicory coffee depends on how the root is processed and brewed. Inulin can be fermented by gut bacteria, which is why some people notice gas.
Chicory coffee with low milk is best prepared fresh, especially once milk has been added. If you have leftovers, refrigerate them promptly in a covered container and use them within a day; discard them if they smell or look unusual.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.