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Natural coloring, low nutritional value
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Beetroot Juice Powder (Coloring) (3 g) has 10 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.1 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 3 g
10
KCAL / 3G
Carbs
2.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 13% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 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 teaspoon (medium) | 3 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 6 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 9 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 20 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 60 g | 198 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Beetroot juice powder (coloring) is made by drying beet juice into a powder used to add pink or red color to foods. It is intended mainly as a coloring ingredient, not as a concentrated serving of vegetables; formulations can vary by product.
Mix beetroot juice powder (coloring) into frosting a little at a time until you reach the shade you want. Sifting it first or blending it with a small spoonful of liquid can help prevent specks and clumps.
Yes, beetroot juice powder (coloring) can provide a naturally derived red or pink hue in place of conventional red coloring. It may look more pink or purple than expected, and heat or acidity can make the color fade, so it is not always a one-for-one visual match.
It can, especially when you use a lot. Beetroot juice powder (coloring) may add a mild earthy, beet-like note, which is more noticeable in delicate frostings or drinks than in strongly flavored dishes.
Yes, beetroot juice powder (coloring) can tint baked goods, but prolonged oven heat may dull its pink-red color or shift it toward brown. For a brighter finish, use it in a filling or frosting added after baking.
It disperses color into water but may not dissolve completely, so a little sediment or fine pulp can remain. Stir it first into a small amount of liquid to make a smooth paste, then mix that into the recipe.
Not necessarily. Beetroot juice powder (coloring) is made from beet juice and is used primarily for color, while regular beetroot powder may be made from the whole root and can have a stronger flavor and more noticeable solids.
Heat can break down beetroot’s red pigments, making the color fade or look brown; the recipe’s acidity can also affect the final shade. Add the powder after cooking when possible, or use it in foods that need little or no heating.
Keep beetroot juice powder (coloring) tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from light. Moisture can make the powder clump, while exposure to air and light can reduce its color quality; follow any storage directions on the package.
Yes, its strong red pigment can stain hands, fabric, and porous counters. Wipe spills promptly, rinse utensils soon after use, and avoid handling the powder over light-colored or absorbent surfaces.
Vitamins
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
0.18mg · 0% DV
B5
0.01mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
1.8mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.08mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 10 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (3 g):
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Beetroot juice powder (coloring) is made from beet juice that has been dried into a powder. It is used mainly to add a red or pink hue to foods, rather than as a beetroot ingredient meant to contribute much flavour or nourishment.
You can stir a little into cake batter, icing, sweets, sauces or drinks; add it gradually to get the shade you want. It is typically used in small amounts, so its nutritional contribution to a serving is modest despite containing carbohydrates and fibre by weight. A medium teaspoon is about 3 g. It suits home cooks looking for a plant-based colouring, especially in recipes where a mild beet note will not be out of place.
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 3
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
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.