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Refreshing fruity drink with a light ginger kick
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Strawberry ginger drink (240 g) has 82 calories. That works out to 34 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.9 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 43.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
82
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
19.9g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 95% · Protein 2% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 82 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| 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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 500 g | 170 kcal |
Calculated from 34 calories per 100 g.
Blend strawberries, fresh ginger and water until smooth to make a strawberry ginger drink. Add lemon juice if you like, then taste before adding any sweetener. Serve it chilled, or strain it if you prefer a thinner texture.
Yes, frozen strawberries work well in a strawberry ginger drink. They make it colder and thicker than fresh berries, so add a little water if your blender needs help or you prefer a more pourable drink.
Peeling fresh ginger is a good idea for a strawberry ginger drink, especially if you want a smooth texture. Wash it first, remove the thin skin, and chop the ginger into small pieces before blending.
A strawberry ginger drink is closer to a smoothie when you blend whole strawberries and keep the pulp. If you strain it after blending, it becomes thinner and more juice-like; the name can describe either preparation.
Add more strawberries or water to mellow a strawberry ginger drink that tastes too spicy. Use less ginger next time, since its sharpness can overwhelm the fruit; add sweetener only after adjusting the balance.
Yes, ground ginger can be used in a strawberry ginger drink, though it may leave a slightly grainy texture. Add a small amount, blend thoroughly, and taste before adding more because dried ginger can taste concentrated.
No, a strawberry ginger drink does not need added sugar. Ripe strawberries provide sweetness, while lemon and ginger add sharper flavors. Taste the blended drink first, then add a sweetener only if you want it sweeter.
Keep a strawberry ginger drink covered in the refrigerator and drink it within a day or two for the best flavor. Stir or shake it before serving, since the fruit pulp may settle; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, you can prepare a strawberry ginger drink ahead and refrigerate it in a sealed container. For the freshest flavor, add ice just before serving and stir well, since the blended fruit may separate while it stands.
A strawberry ginger drink can be a refreshing way to enjoy fruit and fluids, but it is not a detox or a treatment. Ginger gives it a spicy flavor, while the drink’s overall qualities depend on its ingredients and any added sweetener.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
43.2mg · 48% DV
Folate
19.2µg · 5% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
3.6µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
14mg · 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 82 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Strawberry ginger drink combines strawberries with fresh or ground ginger, usually blended or crushed with water. Some recipes add lemon or a sweetener, but the balance can be adjusted to suit the fruit and your taste.
Served chilled, it has a fruity, softly sweet flavour with a light, warming ginger bite; blending gives it more body, while straining makes it smoother. It works as a summer refreshment, with breakfast or alongside a snack, whether made at home or ordered as a fruit drink. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates, with little protein or fat: it provides 34 calories per 100 g. For a less sweet version, leave out added sugar and dilute it with cold or sparkling water.
Medium
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.