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Rich in vitamin C and fiber, traditional wild green
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Deve kulağı (Mallow leaves) (60 g) has 20 calories. That works out to 33 calories per 100 g. It contains 4 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 39 µg of Vitamin K covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 60 g
20
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
4g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% 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 70% · Protein 23% · Fat 7%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 1.3 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 cup (chopped) | 60 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 8 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 30 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 90 g | 30 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 33 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 50 kcal |
Calculated from 33 calories per 100 g.
Mallow leaves are commonly cooked by sautéing or simmering them until tender. Wash and chop the leaves, then cook with onion and a little oil; add a splash of water if needed and serve with lemon or yogurt.
Yes, young mallow leaves can be eaten raw once thoroughly washed. Add them to salads or sandwiches; older leaves may be tougher and more fibrous, so cooking them usually gives a softer texture.
Mallow leaves have a mild, gently earthy flavor, often compared with other leafy greens. Their soft texture becomes slippery when cooked, which is why they work well in soups, stews, and sautéed dishes.
Edible mallows typically have rounded or shallowly lobed leaves and small flowers, but several plants can look similar. Do not eat wild leaves based on a description alone; have the plant identified by a reliable local expert before harvesting.
Mallow leaf soup is made by simmering washed, chopped leaves in broth until tender, then seasoning to taste. You can add onion and potato for body; blend it for a smooth soup or leave the leaves whole for a more rustic texture.
Yes, mallow leaves freeze well for later cooked dishes. Wash and trim them, blanch briefly, cool them quickly, and drain thoroughly before packing in portions. Use the thawed leaves in soups or stews rather than salads.
Store fresh mallow leaves in the refrigerator, unwashed and loosely wrapped in a paper towel inside a bag. Wash them just before use, since trapped moisture can make tender leaves spoil faster; discard any that become slimy or smell off.
Mallow leaves come from plants in the mallow family, which also includes the marshmallow plant. The names are related, but plants sold or gathered as mallow leaves are not automatically the same species as marshmallow; identify the plant before use.
Yes, tender mallow stems can be eaten, but thicker stems may stay stringy after cooking. Separate them from the leaves and chop them finely; add the tougher pieces earlier so they have more time to soften.
Yes, cooked mallow leaves can develop a slippery texture because they contain mucilage, a naturally occurring plant substance. This is normal, not a sign of spoilage, and the texture can help give soups and stews a thicker body.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
39µg · 33% DV
Vitamin C
21.6mg · 24% DV
Vitamin A
210µg · 23% DV
Folate
22.8µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Calcium
111mg · 11% DV
Iron
1.26mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
192mg · 6% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Mallow leaves, known as deve kulağı in Turkish, are the edible leaves of a mallow plant and a traditional wild green in parts of Turkey and the wider Mediterranean region. They taste mild and leafy; once cooked, their texture turns tender with a characteristic silky, slightly slippery quality. Across Mediterranean and Middle Eastern kitchens, they are commonly simmered in soups or stews, or cooked down with onion and olive oil, sometimes alongside other greens.
They provide fibre and vitamin C while remaining low in calories. Younger leaves tend to be more tender, so use them in a quick sauté or stir them into a soup near the end of cooking. A squeeze of lemon makes a bright finish.
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
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
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.