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Bilca Calories
Leafy wild-green type food; low in calories, provides fiber and minerals.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (chopped) of Bilca (35 g) has 10 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 73.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 61% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Bilca Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 35 g
10
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 34% · Fat 9%
Bilca nutrition facts table · 1 cup (chopped) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Chopped Bilca?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (chopped) | 35 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 12 g | 3 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 70 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 22 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 50 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bilca
What is Bilca?
Bilca is a leafy wild green used as a vegetable. The name may refer to different plants in different regions, so it is best understood as a local food name rather than a guaranteed botanical identification. It is an unprocessed ingredient, not a prepared product.
How do you cook Bilca?
Cook Bilca by washing and chopping the leaves, then sautéing them until tender. It can also go into soups, egg dishes, or savory pastries. If the leaves release a lot of water, cook that off before adding them to a filling.
Is Bilca safe to eat raw?
Bilca can be eaten raw only when you are certain of the plant’s identity and have washed it thoroughly. Wild greens can be confused with inedible plants, so do not taste a specimen identified only by its local name or a photo.
How do you identify Bilca in the wild?
There is no reliable universal identification based on the name Bilca alone, because regional names can differ. Ask a knowledgeable local for an in-person identification before harvesting; do not rely on a search result or a single photograph to decide a wild plant is edible.
What does Bilca taste like?
Bilca does not have one dependable taste description because the name can refer to different local greens, and flavor also varies with growing conditions. Try a small cooked portion first, especially if you have not eaten the locally identified plant before.
Can you put Bilca in soup?
Yes, Bilca can be added to soup. Wash and chop the leaves, then stir them in toward the end of cooking so they soften without becoming excessively limp. If they are especially watery, sauté and drain them first.
How should you wash Bilca?
Rinse Bilca leaves thoroughly under running water, separating them so soil and grit can wash away. Remove damaged or yellow leaves, then drain the greens well. Wild-harvested leaves may need several rinses before they are clean enough to prepare.
Can Bilca be frozen?
Yes, Bilca can be frozen for later cooked dishes. Wash and briefly blanch the leaves, cool them quickly, drain them well, and freeze in meal-sized portions. Their texture may soften after thawing, so use frozen Bilca in cooked recipes rather than salads.
How should you store fresh Bilca?
Store fresh Bilca unwashed in the refrigerator, loosely wrapped or in a ventilated container. Moisture encourages leafy greens to spoil, so wash it just before use. Remove damaged leaves and cook the greens once they begin to wilt.
Can Bilca replace spinach in recipes?
Bilca can replace spinach in many cooked recipes, such as soups, egg dishes, and savory fillings, when the locally identified leaves are edible. Its flavor and texture may differ, so add it gradually and adjust the cooking time to suit the leaves.
Bilca Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
73.5µg · 61% DV
Vitamin A
108.5µg · 12% DV
Vitamin C
8.4mg · 9% DV
Folate
27.3µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Iron
0.84mg · 5% DV
Calcium
42mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
119mg · 4% DV
Sodium
13mg · 1% DV
Bilca Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Bilca
To burn the 10 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Bilca?
Bilca is a leafy wild green, eaten for its leaves and used much like other tender greens. Its exact local identity and customary preparation can vary, so treat it as a seasonal leafy vegetable rather than assuming one fixed recipe. It has a mild, herb-like character, and the leaves soften when cooked.
You can chop Bilca into a salad or briefly sauté it for eggs, soups, or savoury pastries; these are flexible ways to use leafy greens rather than a single prescribed tradition. It is low in calories and provides fibre. For a lighter dish, cook it with little oil and finish with lemon or serve alongside yoghurt.
How Nutritious Is Bilca?
Nutrient density
Very 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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Bilca Processed?
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
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.
Does Bilca Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Bilca Good For?
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
Bilca Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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