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Fresh greens with olive oil, light salad
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Green salad with olive oil (70 g) has 59 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.4 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 84 µg of Vitamin K covers 70% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
85
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
3.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 17% · Protein 7% · Fat 76%
Vitamins
Vitamin K
120µg · 100% DV
Vitamin A
220µg · 24% DV
Vitamin C
18mg · 20% DV
Vitamin E
2.2mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
230mg · 7% DV
Calcium
55mg · 6% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 85 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.8:1).
Dry the leaves thoroughly after washing and keep the dressing separate until serving. Store the greens in an airtight container with a paper towel in the refrigerator to help limit wilting.
Add olive oil and other dressing ingredients just before eating for the best texture. Adding oil and acidic ingredients too early can make delicate leaves soften quickly.
Rocket, chicory, and some lettuce varieties naturally contain bitter compounds, and heat or long storage can make the flavour more noticeable. Mixing in milder leaves or balancing it with lemon, a little fruit, or a creamy accompaniment can help.
Yes. Vitamin C from lemon can support absorption of plant-based iron from leafy greens, especially when the salad is eaten with beans, lentils, or other plant foods.
On its own, it may be a light meal or side dish. To make it more sustaining, add a protein food such as chickpeas, lentils, eggs, cheese, fish, or chicken, plus a whole-grain side if desired.
Yes. Olive oil can improve absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and carotenoids found in leafy vegetables, so a modest amount of oil can be useful rather than simply optional.
A small, familiar portion can work a few hours before exercise. A large salad that is high in oil or raw fibre immediately before training may cause discomfort for some people.
For most people, eating it at night is not inherently a problem. Those with reflux, bloating, or sensitive digestion may do better with less raw onion, garlic, lemon juice, or dressing if these trigger symptoms.
No, freezing is not recommended. Leafy greens release water and become limp after thawing, so it is better to refrigerate washed, well-dried greens and dress them when needed.
People taking blood-thinning medication should keep their intake of dark leafy greens reasonably consistent, since sudden large changes can affect medication management. People prone to kidney stones may also need individualized advice about high-oxalate greens.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.