Calories
75 kcal
4% of Daily kcal · low-calorie
Protein
1.3 g
3% RDI
Fat
0.2 g
0g sat fat
Carbs
16 g
6% RDI
Sugar
7 g
14% RDI
Fiber
2.8 g
9% RDI
Salt
2.5 g
50% RDI
Pickled Burdock Root
Pickled Burdock Root is a common Japanese and East Asian condiment/side made by pickling thinly sliced burdock root (gobo) in a sweet‑savory brine; it’s often served with rice, bento boxes, and as a garnish. As a pickled ingredient it can add crunchy texture and an earthy, slightly sweet flavor to dishes. Nutritionally it’s a low‑fat, plant‑based root that contributes dietary fiber and small amounts of vitamins and minerals, though because it is pickled it contains notable sodium at 2.5g per 100g. Because burdock itself is fiber‑rich and low in fat, pickled burdock offers the benefits of the vegetable (digestive fiber and some micronutrients such as magnesium and vitamin B6) — just be mindful of the added salt from pickling when planning overall sodium intake.
Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.60€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
C
Fair
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Nutrition
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
C · 5.6 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Pickled Burdock Root healthy?
Pickled Burdock Root is rated moderate (Health Grade C) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Pickled Burdock Root?
Pickled Burdock Root is NOVA 3 - Processed.
Q.05Is Pickled Burdock Root gluten free?
Yes, Pickled Burdock Root is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Pickled Burdock Root?
100g of Pickled Burdock Root contains 75 kcal, 1.3g protein, 16g carbohydrates, 0.2g fat, and 2.8g fiber.
Q.04Is Pickled Burdock Root vegan?
Yes, Pickled Burdock Root is vegan.
Q.06Is Pickled Burdock Root lactose free?
Yes, Pickled Burdock Root is lactose free.
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