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Nutritious sauté made with eggs and wild purslane
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Eggs with wild purslane sauté (120 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 8.6 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 312 µg of Vitamin K covers 260% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
132
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
8.6g
· 11% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 12% · Protein 28% · Fat 60%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.6 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 132 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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 serving (medium) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 88 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 130 g | 143 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 160 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
To make eggs with wild purslane sauté, wash and drain the purslane, then cook it in a pan until wilted and add beaten or whole eggs. Stir until the eggs reach your preferred doneness; season with salt and pepper.
Wild purslane tastes mildly tangy and green, with tender leaves and a slight crunch in the stems. In eggs with wild purslane sauté, the eggs soften its sharp, lemony edge; remove any thick, tough stems before cooking.
Yes, correctly identified and clean wild purslane can be eaten raw, though eggs with wild purslane sauté is cooked. Use only plants you can identify with confidence, wash them thoroughly, and avoid gathering them from polluted or chemically treated places.
No, you do not need to blanch purslane for eggs with wild purslane sauté. Add the washed, drained leaves directly to the pan and cook until wilted; blanching can make them overly soft and adds an unnecessary step.
To keep eggs with wild purslane sauté from getting watery, dry the purslane well after washing and cook it in a hot, uncrowded pan. Let excess moisture evaporate before adding the eggs so they set rather than turn runny.
Yes, spinach can replace purslane in eggs with wild purslane sauté, although the dish will taste less tangy. Watercress is another option for a peppery note; add either substitute in a similar way and cook until just wilted.
Eggs with wild purslane sauté go well with crusty bread, plain yogurt, or a fresh tomato salad. For a fuller meal, serve them with roasted potatoes or a simple grain side; the dish is also commonly eaten on its own.
Yes, eggs with wild purslane sauté combine protein from eggs with a leafy vegetable. It can be a nutritious meal, while the amount of cooking oil and the sides you choose affect the overall balance.
Eggs with wild purslane sauté leftovers keep for 3–4 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after cooking and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, eggs with wild purslane sauté can be frozen, but the eggs may become rubbery and the purslane softer after thawing. For better texture, freeze the cooked purslane before adding eggs, then finish the dish after thawing.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
312µg · 260% DV
Biotin
15.6µg · 52% DV
B12
0.84µg · 35% DV
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Iodine
22µg · 15% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
264mg · 8% DV
Sodium
132mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Eggs with wild purslane sauté is a simple home-style dish: tender leaves and stems of wild purslane are cooked in a pan, often with onion, then finished with eggs. Purslane grows wild in many regions and is also sold in season at markets; the young leaves and soft stems are the parts commonly used in cooking.
The greens turn silky and juicy, with a mild tang that balances the richness of the eggs. Serve it warm with crusty bread for breakfast or a light lunch, or alongside yoghurt as part of a larger meal. The eggs make this a satisfying source of protein, while the purslane adds greens and fibre. Use a modest amount of oil for a lighter panful, and avoid overcooking the leaves if you prefer them to retain some texture.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.