Burdock root, raw
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 3 MG | 3% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Niacin | 0.3 MG | 2% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.3 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 14% | |
| Folate, total | 23 UG | 6% | |
| Choline, total | 11.7 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.4 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.6 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 41 MG | 3% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.8 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 38 MG | 9% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 51 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 308 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 5 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.3 MG | 3% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 10% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.7 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 72 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.2g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (3.3g per 100g).
About Burdock root, raw
Burdock root is a starchy root vegetable common in Japanese and Korean cooking, eaten far less often in American kitchens. Raw, it carries a higher carbohydrate load than most vegetables, driven largely by inulin-type fibers and natural starches, with modest protein and almost no fat. The flavor is earthy and slightly sweet, and it requires peeling and soaking to reduce bitterness. Most often braised or stir-fried into dishes like kinpira gobo.
Dietary Information
Burdock root, raw is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 72 calories per 100 grams, Burdock root, raw gets 9% of its calories from protein, 96% from carbohydrates, and 2% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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