How many calories are in Ginger Root, Raw?

A 100 g serving of Ginger Root, Raw has 80 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Ginger Root, Raw?

Per 100 g there are 1.8 g of protein — about 4% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Ginger Root, Raw?

Per 100 g there are 0.8 g of fat and 17.8 g of carbohydrate, including 2 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Ginger Root, Raw high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Magnesium (10% DV).

Vegetables

Ginger Root, Raw

Ginger Root, Raw belongs to the vegetables category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 80 kcal with 1.8 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat, 17.8 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is magnesium — 10% of the Daily Value per 100 g (see the magnesium rich foods: the best everyday sources guide). Related entries in the same group include Ginger Root, Pickled and Gourd, Cooked, or jump to the full food catalog.

80kcalCalories

1.8gProtein

0.8gFat

17.8gCarbs

Calorie & macro balance

Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).

80 kcal / 100 g

Protein9%1.8 g
Fat8.3%0.8 g
Carbs82.7%17.8 g

What this food is high in

Magnesium 43 mg / 100 g

Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g. Tap a ring to explore that nutrient across all foods.

Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV*
Energy
Calories	80 kcal	4%
Macronutrients
Protein	1.8 g	4%
Total Fat	0.8 g	<1%
Saturated Fat	0.2 g	1%
Carbohydrate	17.8 g	6%
Dietary Fiber	2 g	7%
Total Sugars	1.7 g	3%
Minerals
Sodium	13 mg	<1%
Potassium	415 mg	9%
Calcium	16 mg	1%
Iron	0.6 mg	3%
Magnesium	43 mg	10%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	5 mg	6%
Vitamin A	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin D	0 mcg	0%
Other
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%

* Percent of the Daily Value (based on a 2,000 kcal diet).

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Ginger Root, Raw?: A 100 g serving of Ginger Root, Raw has 80 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Ginger Root, Raw?: Per 100 g there are 1.8 g of protein — about 4% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Ginger Root, Raw?: Per 100 g there are 0.8 g of fat and 17.8 g of carbohydrate, including 2 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Ginger Root, Raw high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Magnesium (10% DV).

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