2 tablespoon (shredded) of Pickled ginger (30 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 60 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.2 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 360 mg of Sodium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Pickled ginger Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

14.1g

· 5% DV

Protein

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fat

0.3g

· 0% DV

Fiber

1.8g

· 6% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 1% · Fat 5%

Pickled ginger Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.16mg · 9% DV

0.2mg · 4% DV

Vitamin C

3mg · 3% DV

0.02mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Sodium

1200mg · 52% DV

Magnesium

12mg · 3% DV

Phosphorus

20mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

110mg · 3% DV

How Nutritious Is Pickled ginger?

Nutrient density

Low

34/ 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

43/ 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.

Pickled ginger 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 Pickled ginger

To burn the 60 calories in 100 g:

🚶

15min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

6min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

8min

Cycling

🏊

7min

Swimming

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

Is Pickled ginger Processed?

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.

Does Pickled ginger 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 Pickled ginger 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

Pickled ginger Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.07g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.05g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.04g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pickled ginger

How many calories are in pickled ginger?

Pickled ginger contains 60 calories per 100 g. The same serving provides 14.1 g of carbohydrates, 0.2 g of protein, and 0.3 g of fat.

Is pickled ginger suitable for a vegan or gluten-free diet?

Pickled ginger is compatible with vegan and gluten-free diets. It is also listed as suitable for vegetarian, paleo, Mediterranean, flexitarian, and omnivore eating patterns.

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· Last updated: September 23, 2026