Available year-roundGround Ginger Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Ground Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler spice library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 335 kcal and includes 19.8 mg iron, 214 mg magnesium, 1,320 mg potassium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Ground Ginger benefits and place in a balanced diet
- Ground Ginger provides 14.1 g of dietary fiber per 100 g. Fiber supports normal bowel function and can contribute to fullness as part of a balanced diet.
- A 100 g serving contains about 0.7 mg of vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- Its potassium content is approximately 1,320 mg per 100 g. Potassium contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- It supplies about 214 mg of magnesium per 100 g. Magnesium contributes to normal energy metabolism and normal muscle function.
- With approximately 9 g of protein per 100 g, it can contribute to total daily protein intake. Protein supports the maintenance and growth of muscle mass.
- It contains about 19.8 mg of iron per 100 g. Iron contributes to normal red blood cell formation and oxygen transport; absorption from plant foods varies.
Ground Ginger nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 2 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 2 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 335 kcal | 6.7 kcal |
| Water | 9.9 g | 0.199 g |
| Protein | 9 g | 0.18 g |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 0.085 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 0.052 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.479 g | 0.00958 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.929 g | 0.019 g |
| Carbohydrate | 71.6 g | 1.4 g |
| Dietary fiber | 14.1 g | 0.282 g |
| Total sugars | 3.4 g | 0.068 g |
| Ash | 5.2 g | 0.104 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 114 mg | 2.3 mg |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 0.396 mg |
| Magnesium | 214 mg | 4.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 168 mg | 3.4 mg |
| Potassium | 1,320 mg | 26.4 mg |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 0.54 mg |
| Zinc | 3.6 mg | 0.073 mg |
| Copper | 0.48 mg | 0.0096 mg |
| Manganese | 33.3 mg | 0.666 mg |
| Selenium | 55.8 µg | 1.1 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 0.7 mg | 0.014 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.046 mg | 0.00092 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.17 mg | 0.0034 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 9.6 mg | 0.192 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.477 mg | 0.00954 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.626 mg | 0.013 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 13 µg | 0.26 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 13 µg | 0.26 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 13 µg DFE | 0.26 µg DFE |
| Choline | 41.2 mg | 0.824 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 2 µg RAE | 0.04 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 18 µg | 0.36 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 0.8 µg | 0.016 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0.223 g | 0.00446 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0.2 g | 0.004 g |
| Glucose | 1.2 g | 0.024 g |
| Fructose | 1.8 g | 0.036 g |
| Lactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Maltose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Galactose | 0.19 g | 0.0038 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0.152 g | 0.00304 g |
| Threonine | 0.289 g | 0.00578 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.341 g | 0.00682 g |
| Leucine | 0.513 g | 0.01 g |
| Lysine | 0.241 g | 0.00482 g |
| Methionine | 0.089 g | 0.00178 g |
| Cystine | 0.099 g | 0.00198 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.311 g | 0.00622 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.243 g | 0.00486 g |
| Valine | 0.411 g | 0.00822 g |
| Arginine | 0.708 g | 0.014 g |
| Histidine | 0.199 g | 0.00398 g |
| Alanine | 0.272 g | 0.00544 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.4 g | 0.028 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.79 g | 0.016 g |
| Glycine | 0.497 g | 0.00994 g |
| Proline | 0.334 g | 0.00668 g |
| Serine | 0.25 g | 0.005 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 0.8 µg | 0.016 µg |
| Beta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Gamma-tocopherol | 3 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Delta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) | 0.223 g | 0.00446 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Ground Ginger?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 335 kcal. A 2 g reference serving provides approximately 6.7 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Ground Ginger in the kitchen
Use ground ginger in small culinary amounts to add aroma and flavor. Whole, ground and dried forms can differ substantially in weight and nutrient concentration.
Direct USDA records are used where available; closest-profile entries are explicitly labelled and remain approximate. Blank fields mean that the source did not report a value. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
