Ginger Root
Ginger Root is a type of spice commonly used in beverages, breads, cakes, and much more!
The flavor profile for ginger root can be described as intense and warm.
Ginger Root contains over 17+ nutrients including 8 vitamins and 9 minerals. Ginger Root is also low in sodium and trans fat free.
Vegan
Vegetarian
Paleo
Gluten Free
Uses For Ginger Root
There are 19 uses for ginger root. Find your use and start enjoying this tasty food today!
- Beverages.
- Breads.
- Cakes.
- Candies.
- Cookies, Biscuits, Crackers.
- Crumbles, Cobblers, Crisps.
- Curries.
- Desserts.
- Dressings, Marinades.
- Frostings, Fillings.
- Grain Dishes.
- Herb Blends, Rubs.
- Ice Cream, Frozen Desserts.
- Pancakes, Waffles, Crêpes.
- Pies, Tarts, Pastries.
- Sauces.
- Slices, Bars.
- Stir-fries.
- Stuffing.
Tips
Great ideas for purchasing, storing, and consuming ginger root.
- Buy fresh, firm ginger. The skin should be smooth and shiny, with no blemishes. Also, make sure that the root is firm and not shriveled. Avoid any with soft or moldy spots.
- If you’re using it for cooking, try to get organic or local produce, so you know it’s been grown without pesticides or other chemicals.
- Store it in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
- Don’t store it near apples or pears, as they give off ethylene gas which can cause the ginger to spoil faster.
- Use fresh ginger instead of ground in recipes. You can also grate it into a paste or dice it up into small cubes and add it raw into stir-fries or soups.
Nutrition
Checkout the facts and figures to see how wealthy ginger root is.
Nutrition Facts
1 Serving
Serving size
Ginger Root - Fresh
100 Grams
100 Grams
Amount per serving
Calories
per serving
80
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
1%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 13mg
1%
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Carbohydrate 18g
14%
Dietary Fiber 2g
7%
Total Sugars 2g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 2g
4%
Copper 26%
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Magnesium 14%
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Manganese 13%
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Vitamin B6 12%
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Potassium 9%
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Vitamin C 7%
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Choline 7%
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Phosphorous 5%
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Niacin 5%
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Pantothenic Acid 4%
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Zinc 4%
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Iron 3%
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Folate 3%
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Riboflavin 3%
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Thiamin 3%
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Calcium 2%
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Vitamin E 2%
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Selenium 1%
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* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.
Highlights
- Low in sodium.
- Excellent source of 1 micronutrient.
- Good source of 3 micronutrients.