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Caffeine-free roasted cereal and chicory beverage
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Red wheat and chicory coffee (240 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
19
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
4.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 95% · Protein 5% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| 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 | 19 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 350 g | 28 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
No, red wheat and chicory coffee is caffeine-free. It is made from roasted wheat and chicory rather than coffee beans, so it does not provide coffee’s caffeine boost.
Make red wheat and chicory coffee according to its form: a ground blend can be steeped or briefly simmered in hot water, while an instant version can be stirred into hot water. It will not brew exactly like ground coffee.
Red wheat and chicory coffee tastes roasted, earthy, and mildly bitter, with a grain-like note from the wheat. Chicory adds some bitterness, so the drink can recall coffee but does not taste exactly like it.
Yes, red wheat and chicory coffee can replace regular coffee when you want a roasted-tasting drink without caffeine. It will not provide caffeine’s stimulating effect, and its flavor is more grain-like than that of brewed coffee.
No, red wheat and chicory coffee is not coffee made from coffee beans. It is a roasted grain-and-chicory beverage that is prepared like a hot drink and has a coffee-like roasted flavor.
Yes, red wheat and chicory coffee is caffeine-free, so it avoids the caffeine that can interfere with sleep. A large drink just before bed may still wake you for a bathroom trip.
Yes, milk works well in red wheat and chicory coffee. It softens the drink’s roasted, slightly bitter taste; you can also use a plant-based milk if you prefer.
It can cause bloating or gas in some people. Chicory contains fermentable fibers that may bother sensitive digestion, so reduce the amount or stop drinking it if you notice symptoms.
Yes, red wheat and chicory coffee can be served iced. Prepare it with hot water first, let it cool, and pour it over ice; the roasted flavor still comes through when chilled.
Keep red wheat and chicory coffee in a tightly sealed, dry container away from heat and moisture. This helps preserve its roasted aroma and keeps the blend from taking on dampness.
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
B3
0.12mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 19 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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.
Red wheat and chicory coffee is a caffeine-free drink made by brewing roasted red wheat with chicory root; it contains no coffee beans. Roasting brings a toasted, cereal-like aroma, while chicory adds an earthy note and a gentle bitterness reminiscent of coffee.
It is usually served hot as a coffee substitute, often at breakfast or during a break. In Turkey, you can enjoy it much like other warm drinks, alongside breakfast or a small snack; elsewhere, it is often poured as a caffeine-free alternative to coffee. Its flavour is satisfying on its own, but milk or a plant-based drink can soften the bitterness. Unsweetened, it is a light choice for those avoiding caffeine, and pairs well with toast or a plain biscuit.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not 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.