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Wild herb, low calorie
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Camel-eye herb (35 g) has 11 calories. That works out to 32 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 50.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 35 g
11
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 31% · Fat 14%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 11 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (chopped) | 35 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 16 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 70 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 29 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 45 kcal |
Calculated from 32 calories per 100 g.
Camel-eye herb is described as a wild edible green, but the common name may refer to different plants in different places. Since the botanical species is not specified, confirm exactly which plant you have before eating or following preparation advice.
Only eat camel-eye herb if a knowledgeable person has positively identified the plant and the collection site is clean. A shared common name or a photo is not enough to rule out poisonous look-alikes, and cooking does not make an unidentified plant safe.
Once correctly identified, camel-eye herb can be prepared like other leafy greens: remove tough parts, chop the leaves, and sauté them until tender. If the leaves seem tough, blanch and drain them first; avoid assuming every plant sold under this name cooks the same way.
The flavor of camel-eye herb can vary because the common name may describe different plants. Wild greens may taste earthy or slightly bitter; cook a small amount first to assess its flavor before adding it to a larger dish.
Camel-eye herb can go in a salad only when its exact species is confirmed edible and the leaves are thoroughly washed. If you are unsure about its identity or taste, cook it instead—or do not eat it.
Use spinach, chard, or another mild leafy green as a substitute for camel-eye herb in cooked dishes. They will not reproduce the flavor of every plant called camel-eye herb, but work well in sautés, egg dishes, and savory fillings.
Trim damaged parts from camel-eye herb, then rinse the leaves individually under running water. Wild leaves can hold soil in their folds, so check them carefully before chopping; wash them shortly before cooking or serving to limit wilting.
Camel-eye herb can be dried only after you have confirmed the plant’s identity and edibility. Dry clean leaves in a well-ventilated place, then store them in an airtight container; dried leaves are better suited to cooked dishes than fresh salads.
Camel-eye herb should be eaten raw only if the exact plant is known to be edible and the leaves are clean. If its identity is uncertain, do not taste it; heat cannot reliably remove the risks of a poisonous look-alike.
Keep fresh camel-eye herb unwashed and loosely wrapped in the refrigerator, and wash it just before use. Remove any slimy or spoiled leaves rather than trying to salvage them; use the greens while they are still fresh and firm.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
50.75µg · 42% DV
Vitamin A
73.5µg · 8% DV
Vitamin C
6.3mg · 7% DV
Folate
18.2µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Iron
0.84mg · 5% DV
Calcium
41mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
109mg · 3% DV
Sodium
13mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Camel-eye herb is listed as a wild edible herb, with its leaves used as a vegetable. The common name can vary by region, so local identification and preparation traditions matter; it is best treated as a leafy green rather than assumed to be a familiar cultivated herb.
Its flavour is mild and grassy, and the leaves soften with cooking. Wild greens are often briefly boiled or sautéed with onion, then served as a side, folded into eggs, or used in savoury pies; a squeeze of lemon or a spoonful of yoghurt makes a simple accompaniment. Camel-eye herb is low in calories and provides fibre, with 3.4 g per 100 g. For a lighter dish, use only a little oil and pair it with grains, beans, or eggs.
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 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.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.