Calories
77 kcal
4% of Daily kcal · low-calorie
Protein
1.5 g
3% RDI
Fat
0.1 g
0g sat fat
Carbs
17 g
6% RDI
Sugar
2.9 g
6% RDI
Fiber
3.3 g
11% RDI
Salt
0 g
0% RDI
Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked)
Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) is a long, tapered root vegetable used widely in East Asian cuisines (often called gobo) and appreciated for its earthy, slightly sweet flavor and crisp texture when cooked or pickled. It’s commonly added to stir-fries, soups and braided into tempura or kinpira preparations. Nutrition-wise, Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) is prized for its fiber content — it supplies about 3.3g of fiber per 100 g — and is very low in fat, making it a filling, low-calorie addition to meals. It also provides small amounts of B6, copper and manganese and contains inulin-type prebiotic fibers that can support gut bacteria. From a health perspective, burdock root is considered a nutritious root vegetable thanks to its fiber and mineral content and its prebiotic and antioxidant compounds; it’s a good plant-based choice to boost fiber intake and support digestion.
Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.90€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
S
Optimal
-
Nutrition
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
S · 9.7 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) healthy?
Yes, Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is a good source of dietary fiber (3.3g per 100g).
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked)?
Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.
Q.05Is Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) gluten free?
Yes, Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked)?
100g of Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) contains 77 kcal, 1.5g protein, 17.3g carbohydrates, 0.15g fat, and 3.3g fiber.
Q.04Is Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) vegan?
Yes, Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) is vegan.
Q.06Is Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) lactose free?
Yes, Burdock Root, Fresh (Raw or Lightly Cooked) is lactose free.
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