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Burdock Root

Burdock Root


(Scientific Name: Arctium lappa)

Selection Information


Usage: Use in stir-fry, tea, or as a meat stuffing.

Selection: Also called Gobo root, good-quality Burdock Root will be firm, heavy for its size and have brown-colored skin.

Avoid: Avoid product that is soft or pliable.

Seasonal Information


Burdock is available year-round from California, Hawaii, and Japan.

Burdock Root Nutritional Information


Serving Size: 118g

Amount Per Serving

 
Calories 85
Calories from Fat 1

 

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 1g

1% 

Cholesterol 0mg

0% 

Sodium 6mg

0% 

Total Carbohydrate 20g

7% 

Dietary Fiber 4g

16% 

Sugars 3g

 

Protein 2g

 

Vitamin A 0%

Vitamin C 6%

Calcium 5%

Iron 5%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Source: PMA's Labeling Facts

Burdock Root is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It's also a good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Potassium and Manganese.