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Rich in legumes and grains, high in protein and fiber, flavorful with meat broth
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Gurvita pilaf (buckwheat, green lentils, mung beans, bulgur, chickpeas, pepper, onion, with meat broth) (180 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.3 g of carbs, 11.2 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 8.6 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
252
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
42.3g
· 15% DV
Protein
11.2g
· 22% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
8.6g
· 31% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 18% · Fat 14%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.54 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% |
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% |
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 | 252 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 350 g | 490 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Gurvita pilaf is a hearty pilaf made with buckwheat, green lentils, mung beans, bulgur, chickpeas, pepper, onion and meat broth. Its combination of grains and pulses gives it a more varied texture than a simple rice pilaf.
To cook Gurvita pilaf, soften the onion and pepper, add the grains and pulses, then simmer with broth until tender. Since chickpeas and some dried beans take longer than bulgur or buckwheat, cook them ahead or use them already cooked.
Gurvita pilaf combines buckwheat and bulgur for different textures and flavors: buckwheat has an earthy, firm bite, while bulgur becomes tender and slightly chewy. Because they may soften at different rates, avoid overcooking the mixture.
Yes, you can make Gurvita pilaf with vegetable broth instead of meat broth. The grains, pulses and vegetables still make a substantial pilaf, though the flavor will be less savory than the version made with meat stock.
Cook the lentils and mung beans only until tender, and add them to Gurvita pilaf later if the grains need more cooking time. Starting with pre-cooked chickpeas also helps prevent the longer-cooking ingredients from forcing the grains to overcook.
Serve Gurvita pilaf with a crisp salad, plain yogurt or roasted vegetables. Those sides complement its earthy grains and rich broth without competing with the chickpeas, lentils and other ingredients already in the dish.
Soak dried chickpeas and mung beans if their package instructions call for it, then cook them until tender before adding them to Gurvita pilaf. Canned or previously cooked beans do not need soaking; drain and rinse them before use.
Yes, Gurvita pilaf can be cooked in one pot if you use pre-cooked chickpeas and beans. Add ingredients according to how long they take to cook, so the bulgur and buckwheat do not become soft while the pulses are still firm.
Leftover Gurvita pilaf keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is hot throughout.
Yes, Gurvita pilaf freezes well in airtight, meal-sized containers. Thaw it in the refrigerator or reheat it from frozen with a small splash of water or broth; the grains may be softer after thawing.
Vitamins
B1
0.23mg · 19% DV
B6
0.29mg · 17% DV
B5
0.81mg · 16% DV
Vitamin C
14.4mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.32mg · 36% DV
Manganese
0.81mg · 35% DV
Phosphorus
153mg · 22% DV
Zinc
1.98mg · 18% DV
Sodium
324mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Gurvita pilaf brings together buckwheat, green lentils, mung beans, bulgur and chickpeas, cooked with pepper, onion and meat broth. This grain-and-legume combination makes it a heartier, more varied pilaf than one made with rice alone.
The broth adds savoury depth, while the different grains and legumes give each spoonful a mix of tender and pleasantly firm textures. Serve it warm as a substantial lunch or dinner, either on its own or alongside grilled meat and a fresh salad; yoghurt also makes a cooling accompaniment. It provides protein and fibre from the pulses and grains, with 4.8 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter meal, pair a modest serving with plenty of vegetables.
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
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.