When is Ginger in Season?
- Fall
The root of the ginger plant is used to provide a zesty flavor to many different dishes. Remove the outer brown skin before slicing, chopping, or grating. Ginger root can be stored in the refrigerator wrapped in a paper towel and in a plastic bag for 2-3 weeks. Add grated ginger to stir-fries, soups, marinades, dressings, cookies, and teas.
Fun fact: Ginger root can be used fresh, dried, powdered. or even fermented!
Learning / Teaching Resources
- Ginger. FoodSmart Colorado. Colorado State University Extension.
- Herbs at a Glance: Ginger. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. National Institutes of Health. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health.
- Add a Little Spice (& Herbs) to Your Life! (PDF, 852KB). University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Nutrition Education Program.
Additional Resources
- Ginger Nutrition, Selection, Storage and Recipes. Foundation for Fresh Produce. Have A Plant®.
- Seasoning with Herbs and Spices (PDF, 269KB). Kansas State Research and Extension.
Recipes
What's on the Menu?
Additional Recipes
- Gingery Quinoa with Green Beans. USDA. MyPlate Kitchen. SNAP Recipes.
- Coconut Veggie Curry. SNAP-Ed. University of Maryland. Eat Smart Recipes.
- Amazing Kebabs. SNAP-Ed Massachusetts.
- MyPlate Kitchen Recipes with Ginger. USDA. MyPlate Kitchen. SNAP Recipes.
- CalFresh Recipes with Ginger. SNAP-Ed. EatFresh.
- Have a Plant® Ginger Recipes. Foundation for Fresh Produce. Have A Plant®.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 tsp ginger ( 2g)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 2 |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 0 mg |
| Potassium | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
| Iron | 0 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
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N/A - data is not available Note: only nutrients that are available will show on this display |
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