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Eggs with Vine Greens Calories
Traditional egg dish prepared with wild vine greens
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Eggs with Vine Greens (180 g) has 230 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.9 g of carbs, 15.1 g of protein, 16.4 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 261 µg of Vitamin K covers 217% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 3 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Eggs with Vine Greens Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
230
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
4.9g
· 2% DV
Protein
15.1g
· 30% DV
Fat
16.4g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 27% · Fat 64%
Eggs with Vine Greens nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 230 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.4 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 4.59 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 212 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% |
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 Serving of Eggs with Vine Greens?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 64 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 179 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 150 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eggs with Vine Greens
How do you make Eggs with Vine Greens?
Eggs with Vine Greens is made by softening edible vine shoots in a pan and then cooking eggs with them. Trim and wash the greens, sauté them until tender, and add whole or beaten eggs until cooked to your liking.
What greens are used in Eggs with Vine Greens?
Eggs with Vine Greens uses edible young shoots known locally as wild vine greens; the exact plant can vary by region. Because common names are not reliable for identifying wild plants, use only greens positively identified as edible or bought from a trusted source.
What does Eggs with Vine Greens taste like?
Eggs with Vine Greens has a savory, earthy flavor, and the greens may taste slightly bitter. The strength of that bitterness depends on the plant and how it is prepared; briefly blanching the shoots before sautéing can make the flavor milder.
Do you blanch the greens before making Eggs with Vine Greens?
You can blanch the greens before making Eggs with Vine Greens, but it is not essential for every recipe. A brief blanch can soften tougher shoots and mellow bitterness; drain them well before adding them to the pan so the eggs do not turn watery.
Can you use spinach instead of wild greens in Eggs with Vine Greens?
Yes, spinach can stand in for the wild greens in Eggs with Vine Greens, though the result will have a milder flavor and will not be the traditional version. Add spinach after sautéing any onion, since it wilts much faster than firm wild shoots.
Are the eggs mixed into the greens in Eggs with Vine Greens?
Either method works for Eggs with Vine Greens: crack the eggs over the softened greens for distinct yolks, or beat them first for an even, scramble-like dish. Cook gently until the eggs are set, taking care not to overcook the greens.
Is Eggs with Vine Greens a Turkish dish?
Yes, Eggs with Vine Greens is a traditional Turkish-style wild-greens-and-egg dish, particularly associated with regional home cooking. Recipes differ by locality, especially in the kind of vine shoots used and whether aromatics such as onion are added.
What can you serve with Eggs with Vine Greens?
Eggs with Vine Greens is commonly served hot with bread, making it suitable for breakfast or a simple meal. A fresh salad, olives, or plain yogurt can accompany it, but the dish is flavorful enough to serve on its own.
Can you make Eggs with Vine Greens with dried herbs?
Dried herbs are not a good substitute for the main greens in Eggs with Vine Greens because they lack the texture and bulk of fresh shoots. If fresh edible vine greens are unavailable, use a fresh leafy green such as spinach for a practical variation.
How long do leftover Eggs with Vine Greens keep?
Leftover Eggs with Vine Greens should be cooled promptly, covered, and refrigerated, then eaten within a short time. Reheat it until hot throughout; freezing is generally unhelpful because both cooked eggs and tender greens can become watery or rubbery.
Eggs with Vine Greens Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
261µg · 217% DV
Biotin
19.8µg · 66% DV
B12
1.3µg · 54% DV
B2
0.56mg · 43% DV
Minerals
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Phosphorus
256mg · 37% DV
Manganese
0.61mg · 27% DV
Iodine
40µg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
428mg · 13% DV
Sodium
212mg · 9% DV
Eggs with Vine Greens Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Eggs with Vine Greens
To burn the 230 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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What is Eggs with Vine Greens?
Eggs with vine greens is a seasonal dish associated with the Aegean region of Turkey. It is made by cooking tender shoots of edible wild vines until soft, then adding eggs, either left to set over the greens or gently stirred through them.
The greens bring a pleasantly earthy, slightly bitter flavour, balanced by the mild richness of the eggs. In Turkey it is commonly enjoyed warm as a simple lunch or supper, often with bread and yoghurt; readers elsewhere can serve it as a light main or a savoury brunch. It gets protein from the eggs, while the greens add fibre and bulk. For a lighter plate, use a little less oil and plenty of greens.
How Nutritious Is Eggs with Vine Greens?
Nutrient density
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 Eggs with Vine Greens Processed?
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.
Does Eggs with Vine Greens Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Eggs with Vine Greens Good For?
Vegan
— Not 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
Eggs with Vine Greens Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.59g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.5:1).
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