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Made with cooked, drained spinach; provides fiber, vitamin K, and folate.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Drained spinach stew (180 g) has 54 calories. That works out to 30 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.8 g of carbs, 4.9 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 889.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 741% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
54
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
6.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
4.9g
· 10% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 33% · Fat 21%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 54 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% |
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 (medium) | 180 g | 54 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 90 g | 27 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 270 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 90 kcal |
Calculated from 30 calories per 100 g.
Drained spinach stew is made with cooked spinach after excess cooking liquid has been removed. Recipes vary: some add onion, tomato, rice, or seasoning, while others keep the spinach simple, so the name alone does not specify every ingredient.
The water is drained to keep drained spinach stew from becoming overly watery. Spinach releases plenty of liquid as it cooks, and removing the excess gives the dish a thicker texture that works better as a side or a filling.
Drained spinach stew pairs well with rice, crusty bread, or roasted potatoes. A spoonful of plain yogurt or a fresh salad also makes a balanced accompaniment, especially when the stew is served as a main part of a meal.
Drained spinach stew keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell or appearance rather than tasting it to check.
Yes, drained spinach stew can be frozen once it has cooled. Store it in airtight, meal-sized portions; thaw a portion in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly, since freezing and thawing can soften the spinach further.
To keep drained spinach stew from tasting bitter, use fresh spinach and avoid cooking it for longer than needed. A little acidity, such as lemon juice, can brighten the flavor; taste before adding more seasoning.
Yes, frozen spinach works in drained spinach stew. Thaw it and press or drain away excess liquid before adding it to the recipe, otherwise the dish may turn watery and need longer cooking to reach the right texture.
Yes, drained spinach stew can be reheated safely. Warm only the portion you plan to eat until it is hot throughout, and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the same batch; keep leftovers refrigerated between servings.
Drained spinach stew can release water later because cooked spinach continues to give off trapped moisture, especially when the dish sits covered. Let the spinach drain well after cooking and avoid leaving the finished stew in a pool of liquid.
Yes, spinach naturally contains oxalates, which can contribute to calcium oxalate kidney stones in people prone to them. Cooking and draining spinach can reduce some soluble oxalate, but anyone with recurrent stones should ask a clinician about their own diet.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
889.2µg · 741% DV
Vitamin A
943.2µg · 105% DV
Folate
262.8µg · 66% DV
B2
0.34mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.62mg · 70% DV
Magnesium
157mg · 37% DV
Iron
6.43mg · 36% DV
Copper
0.23mg · 26% DV
Potassium ⭐
839mg · 25% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 54 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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Drained spinach stew is a simple home-style dish made from cooked spinach, with the excess cooking liquid removed before serving. In Turkey, spinach is often cooked with onion, though household recipes vary. It has a soft texture and a gentle, earthy green flavour. Serve it warm as a vegetable side with rice or bread, or add garlicky yoghurt for a more substantial meal; that topping is optional. Spinach contributes fibre, folate and vitamin K, while the dish remains relatively light. If you want to keep it lighter, use only a little oil when cooking and let the spinach’s own flavour come through.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.29g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.