Dandelion & chicory blend
A Dandelion & Chicory Blend is a herbal tea or infusion made from the roasted roots and leaves of dandelion and chicory plants. It is commonly enjoyed as a caffeine-free coffee substitute or digestive tonic, with a slightly bitter, earthy flavor profile. This blend has roots in traditional European and North American folk medicine and is now popular worldwide as a wellness beverage.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This blend is very low in calories (typically under 10 calories per cup), contains no fat or protein, and provides minimal carbohydrates. Its key nutrients include antioxidants like polyphenols, inulin (a prebiotic fiber), and minerals such as potassium, iron, and calcium, which support digestive health and overall wellness.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 15 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 25 mg |
| Vitamin A | 5585 IU |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg |
| Vitamin K | 428 mcg |
| Calcium | 103 mg |
| Iron | 1.7 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Potassium | 244 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 cup (56 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, chicory root was famously used as a coffee extender in places like New Orleans during shortages, while dandelion has been a foraged staple in herbal traditions for centuries. Nutritionally, the blend is unique for its prebiotic inulin content, which feeds beneficial gut bacteria, making it a functional beverage that supports microbiome health.
