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Low-calorie refreshing herbal shot with vitamin C
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Cucumber parsley lemon ginger shot (60 g) has 13 calories. That works out to 22 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 55.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 60 g
13
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 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 78% · Protein 15% · Fat 7%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| 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 piece (small) | 60 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 30 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 50 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 20 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 26 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 26 kcal |
Calculated from 22 calories per 100 g.
Blend cucumber, fresh parsley, lemon juice, and fresh ginger until smooth. Add a little water if the mixture is too thick, then strain it for a smoother shot or leave it unstrained to keep the pulp.
It provides vitamin C and fluid, but there is no good evidence that this particular shot prevents infections or gives immunity a special boost. Enjoy it as a refreshing drink, not as a substitute for balanced meals or medical care.
No, the shot does not cause weight loss on its own. It can be a refreshing, low-calorie drink, but replacing meals with it is not a reliable strategy for lasting weight management.
There is no special morning benefit; you can drink it whenever it suits you. Because lemon and ginger can bother a sensitive stomach, try it with food rather than first thing if you notice discomfort.
Yes, you can prepare them ahead, but they taste freshest soon after blending. Keep the shot in a sealed container in the refrigerator and use it promptly, since the flavor and color can change as it sits.
Yes, you can freeze the mixture in a sealed freezer-safe container, leaving room for expansion. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir or shake well, since the ingredients may separate after freezing.
Straining is optional. Leave the pulp in for a thicker drink with more of the blended ingredients, or strain it if you prefer a smoother, juice-like texture.
Yes, if it sits comfortably in your stomach. It offers fluid but is not a substantial pre-workout fuel; the lemon and ginger may feel irritating during exercise for people sensitive to acidic or spicy foods.
It is not a proven way to lower blood sugar or manage diabetes. Do not use the shot in place of prescribed treatment, and avoid treating its low-calorie profile as evidence of a blood-sugar benefit.
Fresh ginger and parsley can make the shot sharply spicy or grassy. Blend in more cucumber and water, use less ginger or lemon next time, and serve it chilled to soften the flavor.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
55.2µg · 46% DV
Vitamin C
14.4mg · 16% DV
Vitamin A
70.8µg · 8% DV
Folate
16.8µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.48mg · 3% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 13 calories in 1 piece (small) (60 g):
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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.
A Cucumber parsley lemon ginger shot is a small drink made by juicing or blending cucumber, parsley, lemon and fresh ginger. It is more of a modern, homemade produce shot than a dish with one specific regional origin. Cool cucumber and bright lemon balance the parsley’s green, herbal notes, while ginger brings a warming bite.
It is usually served chilled in a small glass, either alongside breakfast or as a quick refreshment between meals. The drink is low in calories and provides vitamin C, though it is not especially filling on its own. If the sharp citrus and ginger taste is too strong, dilute it with water; it also pairs well with a more substantial breakfast or snack.
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 1.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.