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Rich in fiber and heart-healthy fats
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Avocado purslane spread (30 g) has 37 calories. That works out to 123 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 3.3 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of B5 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
37
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
3.3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 6% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 37 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.47 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 18 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 74 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 100 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 pack (extra large) | 150 g | 185 kcal |
Calculated from 123 calories per 100 g.
Avocado purslane spread tastes creamy and mild, with a fresh, slightly tangy note from purslane and lemon. Garlic and herbs can make it more savory, while the purslane’s tender leaves add a delicate green flavor.
Add lemon juice as soon as you mix avocado purslane spread, then press airtight wrap against its surface or store it in a sealed container. Avocado browns when exposed to air, so keep the spread refrigerated until serving.
Yes, you can make avocado purslane spread a little ahead, but it is best served fresh. Refrigerate it in an airtight container and stir before serving if any liquid separates; its color and texture may change as it sits.
Avocado purslane spread is not a good candidate for freezing. Thawed avocado can become watery and soft, and purslane loses its fresh texture, so prepare a smaller batch instead.
Serve avocado purslane spread as a dip with crisp vegetables or crackers, or spread it on toast and sandwiches. It also works as a fresh side for grilled vegetables and other Mediterranean-style dishes.
Yes, purslane is commonly eaten raw in avocado purslane spread. Wash the leaves and tender stems thoroughly to remove grit, then dry them well before mixing so the spread does not become watery.
Both purslane leaves and tender, thin stems can go into avocado purslane spread. Remove any tough or woody stems, since they can make the finished spread stringy.
Watercress or tender spinach can stand in for purslane in avocado purslane spread, although the flavor will differ. Use a small amount first, because these greens do not have purslane’s distinctive fresh, slightly tart character.
Use an avocado for avocado purslane spread that gives slightly when gently pressed but is not mushy. An underripe avocado is difficult to mash, while an overripe or bruised one can taste unpleasant.
Lemon juice, garlic, salt, and olive oil are simple additions that bring out the flavor of avocado purslane spread. Fresh dill or parsley can add a herby note; mix in seasonings gradually and taste as you go.
Vitamins
B5
0.4mg · 8% DV
Folate
27.6µg · 7% DV
Vitamin K
7.35µg · 6% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
146mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Avocado purslane spread brings together ripe avocado and purslane, a tender, slightly tangy succulent used in Mediterranean and Turkish cooking. It is a fresh combination rather than a single fixed traditional recipe; the avocado gives it a creamy base, while the purslane adds a greener, more delicate bite.
Serve it on toast, with crisp vegetables, or as part of a mezze-style spread. Its mild, buttery taste works well with lemon and herbs, and the texture can range from smooth to lightly chunky. The spread provides fibre and mostly unsaturated fats from the avocado; it contains 5.3 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter plate, pair a modest amount with sliced vegetables, or use it in place of a richer creamy dip.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.47g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.17g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.47g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.