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Edible wild greens; low-calorie, fibrous, and micronutrient-dense.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Kirkat wild greens (70 g) has 22 calories. That works out to 32 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.6 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 147 µg of Vitamin K covers 123% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 70 g
22
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
3.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 31% · Fat 14%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 22 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 41 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
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 (chopped) | 70 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 29 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 70 kcal |
Calculated from 32 calories per 100 g.
Kirkat wild greens are edible wild greens known by the Turkish name Kırkat. Because local plant names can refer to different species, confirm the plant’s identity with a reliable local expert before eating or foraging it.
Cook kirkat wild greens by washing and chopping the leaves, then sautéing or briefly boiling them until tender. They can be added to an egg dish or a cooked vegetable filling; cook only greens you have positively identified.
Only if you can identify the exact plant with confidence. A local name such as kirkat may vary by region, and edible greens can have poisonous lookalikes; avoid plants gathered near roadsides or treated land.
Do not eat kirkat wild greens raw unless you know exactly which plant they are and have washed them thoroughly. Since the name may refer to different plants, cooking is the more cautious choice for correctly identified leaves.
Pick through kirkat wild greens to remove damaged leaves and other plants, then rinse them thoroughly in several changes of cold water. Wild leaves can hold grit, so drain them well before chopping or cooking.
Keep kirkat wild greens dry and unwashed in a breathable bag or covered container in the refrigerator. Wash them just before use, since damp leaves spoil faster; discard any that become slimy or develop an off smell.
Yes, blanch identified kirkat wild greens briefly, cool them promptly, and drain them well before freezing in meal-sized portions. Freezing raw leaves can leave them limp, so thawed greens work best in cooked dishes.
The flavor depends on which plant is called kirkat in your area and how mature its leaves are. Wild greens can taste earthy or slightly bitter, so try a small cooked portion first once the plant is confirmed.
Yes, correctly identified kirkat wild greens can stand in for spinach in cooked dishes such as eggs or fillings. Their texture and flavor may differ, so add them gradually and cook until tender rather than following spinach timing exactly.
Use kirkat wild greens in sautéed greens, egg dishes, or vegetable fillings after washing and chopping them. Their local identity can vary, so confirm the plant first; do not use an unfamiliar wild leaf just because it was sold under this name.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
147µg · 123% DV
Vitamin A
238µg · 26% DV
Vitamin C
19.6mg · 22% DV
Folate
54.6µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Iron
1.89mg · 11% DV
Calcium
102mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
287mg · 8% DV
Sodium
41mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 22 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (70 g):
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Kirkat wild greens are edible leaves gathered in the wild, usually when they are in season. They are prepared much like other regional wild greens: the leaves are sorted, washed thoroughly and commonly cooked before serving. The exact way they are used can vary with local custom and what is growing nearby.
Their flavour is gently grassy, and the leaves soften as they cook. Try them sautéed with onion, stirred into eggs, or cooked with other greens as a side dish; they can also be served as part of a shared table. They are a light, fibre-containing vegetable, with 3.4 g of fibre per 100 g. Eat wild plants only when you are certain they have been correctly identified.
Very 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 1
Unprocessed
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.