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Fiber-rich, low-calorie traditional plant-based stew
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Madimak stew (220 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 58 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.6 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 6.2 g of fiber. Its 259.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 216% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
128
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
15.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
5.3g
· 11% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% DV
Fiber
6.2g
· 22% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 17% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 462 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% |
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) | 220 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 18 g | 10 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 110 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 500 g | 290 kcal |
Calculated from 58 calories per 100 g.
Madimak stew is made with madimak, a wild edible green, commonly cooked with onion, tomato paste, bulgur and water. Some home recipes add meat, while others keep the stew entirely plant-based.
To make Madimak stew, sauté onion with tomato paste, add cleaned and chopped madimak, then stir in bulgur and water. Simmer until the greens and bulgur are tender; adjust the water to get the soupy consistency you prefer.
Madimak stew is especially associated with Sivas in central Anatolia, Turkey, and is also cooked in nearby regions. It is a traditional way to prepare madimak, a wild green gathered in season.
Madimak has a distinctive, mildly herbaceous flavor in the stew. Onion and tomato paste add sweetness and savoriness, while bulgur makes the texture heartier; the exact flavor varies with the freshness of the greens and the recipe.
Yes, dried madimak can be used for Madimak stew. Rinse it and soak it until it softens before cooking; it may need a different cooking time from fresh greens, so check its texture as it simmers.
Yes, some versions of Madimak stew include minced meat. Brown the meat with the onion before adding tomato paste and madimak; meat-free recipes are also traditional and work well with bulgur.
Serve Madimak stew with yogurt, crusty bread or a simple grain side. If the stew already contains bulgur, yogurt and bread make straightforward accompaniments without adding another substantial grain dish.
Pick out tough stems and wilted leaves, then wash the madimak in several changes of water. Grit settles at the bottom, so lift the greens out rather than pouring the sediment back over them.
Yes, Madimak stew can be frozen once it has cooled. Divide it into meal-sized containers and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly; the bulgur may become softer after freezing and thawing.
Madimak stew is best refrigerated promptly in a covered container and eaten soon. Reheat only the portion you need until steaming hot, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
259.6µg · 216% DV
Vitamin A
407µg · 45% DV
Vitamin C
20.9mg · 23% DV
Folate
74.8µg · 19% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.84mg · 37% DV
Iron
4.62mg · 26% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Calcium
202mg · 20% DV
Sodium
462mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
627mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Madimak stew is a traditional dish from central Anatolia, especially associated with Sivas. It is made by simmering finely chopped madimak, a wild leafy herb, with onion and tomato paste; some home-style versions include bulgur as well.
The greens turn tender, with an earthy, slightly tangy flavour in a savoury broth. In its region of origin, it is served warm as a simple main meal or alongside bread, yoghurt or pilaf. It is a plant-based, fibre-rich choice, with 58 calories per 100 g. For a lighter bowl, use oil sparingly and pair it with yoghurt or a fresh salad.
High
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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.
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
0.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.94g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.