Chicory root brew
Chicory root brew, often called chicory coffee, is a caffeine-free beverage made by roasting, grinding, and brewing the root of the chicory plant. It's a popular herbal coffee substitute, especially in regions like Louisiana, USA, and parts of Europe, where it's enjoyed for its deep, earthy, and slightly bitter flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This brew is very low in calories, carbohydrates, fat, and protein, as it's primarily water. Its main nutritional contribution comes from soluble fiber, particularly inulin, and it provides small amounts of minerals like potassium and manganese.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 5 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Sugar | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Potassium | 50 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 3 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's famously associated with New Orleans coffee culture, often blended with coffee. Nutritionally, its high inulin content acts as a prebiotic, which can support gut health by feeding beneficial gut bacteria.
