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Caffeine-free, low-calorie hot beverage made from roasted dandelion/chicory-style root
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Chicory filter coffee (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% 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 83% · Protein 17% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (grated) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
No, chicory filter coffee is naturally caffeine-free because it is brewed from roasted chicory root rather than coffee beans. It can offer a warm, coffee-like drink without caffeine’s stimulating effect.
Brew chicory filter coffee in a paper filter using a drip machine or a pour-over method. Pour hot water over the roasted, ground chicory root and adjust the amount or brewing time to make the cup milder or stronger.
Chicory filter coffee tastes roasted, earthy, and slightly bitter, with a flavor that can remind people of coffee. It does not have the same aroma as coffee beans, and milk can soften its sharper notes.
Yes, chicory filter coffee can replace regular coffee as a hot drink, especially for someone avoiding caffeine. It will not provide coffee’s caffeine boost, and its roasted-root flavor is distinct from the taste of brewed coffee.
Chicory filter coffee is a caffeine-free drink that can be enjoyed in place of coffee. It is not a treatment or a detox drink, and adding sugar or flavored syrup changes what is in the cup.
Yes, chicory filter coffee can be served with dairy or plant-based milk. Milk rounds out the drink’s earthy, roasted taste; a little cinnamon is another way to add flavor without turning it into a sweetened coffee.
It can cause gas or bloating in some people, because chicory root contains inulin, a fermentable fiber. If you notice discomfort after drinking chicory filter coffee, try a smaller serving or stop drinking it.
Yes, chicory filter coffee can be an evening drink because it contains no caffeine. That makes it less likely than caffeinated coffee to interfere with sleep, although your own bedtime routine and response to other ingredients still matter.
Yes, chicory filter coffee can be served cold. Brew it using the filter method, let it cool, then pour it over ice; add milk or a sweetener if you want a smoother or sweeter drink.
Store brewed chicory filter coffee in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled, and drink it soon for the best flavor. Avoid leaving it at room temperature for an extended period.
Vitamins
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Chicory filter coffee is made by roasting and grinding chicory root, then brewing it with hot water and filtering it into a cup. It contains no coffee beans and has long been enjoyed in parts of Europe as an alternative to coffee. You can prepare it with the same kind of filter brewer used for regular coffee.
Its flavour is toasted, earthy and gently bitter, with a familiar coffee-like warmth but no caffeine. It works well at breakfast or as a hot drink later in the day; serve it black, or soften it with milk or a plant-based drink. Black chicory filter coffee is very low in calories, while sweeteners and creamy additions make it more substantial.
Low
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.