Calories in 3 Tbsp of Ground Ginger
3 tbsp of ground ginger (16 g) has 52 calories. That is 3% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 1.4 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 11 g of carbohydrates, a split of 10% protein, 11% fat and 79% carbs. For comparison, 2 tbsp of ground ginger has 35 calories. Burning 52 calories takes about 9 minutes of brisk walking or 4 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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Ground Ginger: common questions
How many calories are in 3 tbsp of ground ginger?
3 tbsp of ground ginger weighs about 16 g and has 52 calories.
How much protein is in 3 tbsp of ground ginger?
3 tbsp of ground ginger has 1.4 g of protein, which is 3% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 3 tbsp of ground ginger?
3 tbsp of ground ginger has 11 g of carbohydrates, including 2.2 g of fiber and 0.5 g of sugars.
How much ground ginger is 100 calories?
100 calories of ground ginger is 30 g, about 5 1/2 tbsp of ground ginger.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy. FDC ID 170926. Original description: Spices, ginger, ground. Portion weights are USDA household measures.