1 serving (medium) of Fresh kimchi (50 g) has 9 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 21.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Fresh kimchi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

3.6g

· 1% DV

Protein

1.1g

· 2% DV

Fat

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fiber

· 7% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 21% · Fat 9%

Fresh kimchi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

43µg · 36% DV

Vitamin C

18mg · 20% DV

Folate

35µg · 9% DV

0.1mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Sodium

498mg · 22% DV

Potassium ⭐

250mg · 7% DV

Iron

1mg · 6% DV

Calcium

45mg · 5% DV

How Nutritious Is Fresh kimchi?

Nutrient density

High

75/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

50/ 100

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.

Fresh kimchi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Fresh kimchi

To burn the 18 calories in 100 g:

🚶

4min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

2min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

2min

Cycling

🏊

2min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Fresh kimchi Processed?

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.

Does Fresh kimchi Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Fresh kimchi Good For?

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

Fresh kimchi Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.03g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.01g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.07g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Foods Similar to Fresh kimchi

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Tomato

18 kcal

🥗

Mixed Green Salad

18 kcal

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31 kcal

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Boiled Beetroot

44 kcal

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Green pepper

20 kcal

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Oven-Roasted Mixed Vegetables

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fresh kimchi

How many calories are in fresh kimchi?

Fresh kimchi provides 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of protein, 3.6 g of carbohydrates, 0.2 g of fat, and 2 g of fiber per 100 g.

Is fresh kimchi low glycemic?

Yes. Fresh kimchi has a glycemic index of 15, making it a low-GI option. It is also compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, Paleo, and Mediterranean diets.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: August 21, 2026