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Olive oil-braised collard rolls with rice and vegetables
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Collard rolls with olive oil (60 g) has 77 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.5 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 126 µg of Vitamin K covers 105% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 46 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
77
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
8.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 43% · Protein 8% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.63 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 143 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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 piece (medium) | 60 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 85 g | 109 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 192 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 180 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 190 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 282 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 300 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Collard rolls with olive oil are leaves wrapped around a rice-based vegetable filling and gently cooked with olive oil. They are a Turkish-style dolma, often associated with the Black Sea region, where collard greens are commonly used.
To make collard rolls with olive oil, briefly blanch the leaves, place a small amount of filling near each stem, and fold in the sides as you roll. Arrange them snugly in a pot and simmer gently with olive oil and water until the rice is tender.
Collard rolls with olive oil are usually filled with rice, onion, herbs, and seasonings. Some home recipes add tomato or tomato paste, while others keep the filling simple; the exact mixture varies by family and region.
To stop collard rolls with olive oil from unrolling, avoid overfilling each leaf and tuck the sides in firmly as you roll. Place each roll seam-side down in a close-fitting layer so the rolls support one another as they cook.
Collard rolls with olive oil can be served cold, at room temperature, or gently warmed. They are often served at room temperature as an olive-oil dish; letting them rest after cooking also helps the rolls hold their shape.
Collard rolls with olive oil pair well with plain or garlic yogurt and a crisp salad. Bread can round out the meal, but the rice filling already makes the rolls substantial, so simple sides work especially well.
Yes, you can prepare collard rolls with olive oil ahead of time. They can be cooked, cooled, and refrigerated, then served chilled or brought gently to room temperature; their flavor often develops as they rest.
Collard rolls with olive oil keep for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them once cooled rather than leaving them out for an extended time, and take out only the portion you plan to serve.
Yes, collard rolls with olive oil can be frozen after they have cooled. Pack them airtight, preferably in portions, and thaw them in the refrigerator; the collard leaves may become softer after freezing and reheating.
Yes, kale can work in collard rolls with olive oil, but choose large, flexible leaves and soften them before rolling. Kale leaves are often smaller or firmer than collards, so you may need to make smaller rolls or remove thick stems.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
126µg · 105% DV
Vitamin A
100.8µg · 11% DV
Vitamin C
8.52mg · 9% DV
Vitamin E
1.14mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Calcium
71mg · 7% DV
Sodium
143mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
137mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Collard rolls with olive oil are a Turkish home-style dish, especially associated with the Black Sea region. Collard leaves are wrapped around a filling of rice and vegetables, then gently cooked with olive oil; the exact filling varies from cook to cook.
The leaves turn tender and mellow, while the rice makes each roll soft and satisfying. They are often served at room temperature or chilled, as part of a spread of olive-oil dishes, with lemon on the side. They provide fibre and are mostly a source of carbohydrates and fat. Pair a few rolls with a crisp salad or plain yoghurt for a balanced, lighter meal.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.73g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.