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Vegetable stew made with fresh green broad beans, typically olive-oil cooked and fiber-rich
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Fresh green broad bean stew (180 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 72 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.5 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 6.7 g of fiber. Its 43.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
130
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
15.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
6.7g
· 24% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 13% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.81 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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) | 180 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 13 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (small) | 72 g | 52 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 320 g | 230 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 320 g | 230 kcal |
Calculated from 72 calories per 100 g.
Fresh green broad bean stew is made with fresh broad beans simmered with aromatics and liquid until tender. Mediterranean versions often use olive oil, onion, and herbs; recipes vary, and some add meat or serve the stew with yogurt.
Yes. Broad beans are also called fava beans in many English-speaking countries. Fresh green broad bean stew uses the fresh, immature beans, which have a milder taste and softer texture than dried fava beans.
Yes, if the pods are young and tender, they can be cooked as part of Fresh green broad bean stew. Trim the ends and remove any tough strings; older, fibrous pods are better discarded while the beans are shelled.
Yes, frozen broad beans work in Fresh green broad bean stew. Add them directly to the pot or thaw them first, then cook until tender. Frozen beans may soften faster than fresh ones, so check their texture as they cook.
Dill is a classic herb for Fresh green broad bean stew, and mint or parsley can also complement its flavor. Add delicate fresh herbs near the end of cooking so their aroma stays noticeable rather than fading into the stew.
No, lemon is not essential to Fresh green broad bean stew, but it brightens the flavor and can help limit darkening while the beans cook. Add lemon juice to taste, or serve lemon wedges alongside the finished stew.
Yes, Fresh green broad bean stew is often served with plain yogurt, especially in Turkish-style meals. Keep the yogurt on the side so diners can add it themselves; a piece of bread or rice can round out the meal.
Keep leftover Fresh green broad bean stew in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within about three days. Cool it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, Fresh green broad bean stew can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers once it has cooled. The beans may be softer after thawing, so freeze it for convenience rather than expecting exactly the same texture as freshly cooked stew.
No. Broad beans can trigger a dangerous reaction in people with G6PD deficiency, and cooking them does not reliably remove the risk. Anyone with this diagnosis should avoid Fresh green broad bean stew and follow their clinician’s advice.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
43.2µg · 36% DV
Folate
75.6µg · 19% DV
Vitamin C
15.3mg · 17% DV
Vitamin E
1.98mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.4mg · 17% DV
Sodium
324mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
432mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Fresh green broad bean stew is made by gently cooking young broad beans, usually with onion and olive oil. It is a familiar springtime home-cooked dish around the Mediterranean, including Turkey, where recipes may also use tomato, dill or a squeeze of lemon. The beans soften as they cook but retain a mild, earthy flavour.
Serve it warm or at room temperature, with crusty bread or rice; a spoonful of yoghurt is a common accompaniment in Turkish-style meals. Its vegetables and beans make it a fibre-rich choice—about 3.7 g per 100 g. For a lighter version, use olive oil sparingly and let herbs and lemon bring brightness to the dish.
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
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2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
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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
0.81g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.33g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.