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Madimak with butter Calories
Fiber-rich, low-calorie wild greens cooked with butter
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Madimak with butter (180 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.7 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 10.1 g of fat and 5 g of fiber. Its 261 µg of Vitamin K covers 217% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Madimak with butter Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
140
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
9.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
10.1g
· 13% DV
Fiber
5g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 27% · Protein 10% · Fat 63%
Madimak with butter nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.1 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 104 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 5 g | 18% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Madimak with butter?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 14 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 54 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 70 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 195 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Madimak with butter
What is Madimak with butter?
Madimak with butter is a traditional Turkish dish made by cooking finely chopped madimak, a wild green, with butter. It is especially associated with Sivas and Central Anatolia, and some versions include onion or bulgur.
How do you cook Madimak with butter?
To make Madimak with butter, clean and finely chop the greens, then cook them with onion softened in butter until tender. Some recipes add bulgur to absorb the cooking liquid; stir as it cooks to keep the greens from sticking.
What plant is madimak?
Madimak is a wild edible green known botanically as Polygonum cognatum. It grows in parts of Turkey and is gathered for traditional dishes, particularly in Central Anatolia; it is not the same plant as purslane.
What does Madimak with butter taste like?
Madimak with butter has an earthy, green flavor, with the butter lending richness. The taste and texture can vary depending on how finely the greens are chopped and whether the cook adds bulgur, onion, or other ingredients.
Where does Madimak with butter come from?
Madimak with butter comes from Turkish regional cooking and is particularly linked with Sivas and nearby parts of Central Anatolia. Madimak is traditionally gathered as a wild green and cooked at home when it is in season.
How do you clean madimak before making Madimak with butter?
Pick through the madimak and remove tough stems or stray plants, then rinse it repeatedly in plenty of water. Fine soil can cling to the leaves, so lift the greens out of the water rather than pouring the sediment back over them.
Is madimak the same as purslane?
No, madimak and purslane are different plants. Madimak is the wild green used in this Turkish dish, while purslane has fleshy leaves and is commonly eaten raw in salads or cooked in other recipes.
Can you make Madimak with butter without bulgur?
Yes, Madimak with butter can be made without bulgur. Bulgur appears in some regional versions and gives the dish a thicker, more filling texture, but the greens can also be cooked with butter and onion on their own.
What do you serve with Madimak with butter?
Madimak with butter is often served with yogurt or a yogurt-based side, bread, or ayran. If the dish contains bulgur, it can work as a satisfying main; a fresh salad or pickles make a contrasting accompaniment.
Can you freeze Madimak with butter?
Yes, you can freeze cooked Madimak with butter in a sealed container once it has cooled. The greens may soften further after thawing, so reheat the portion in a pan and stir it to bring the texture together.
Madimak with butter Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
261µg · 217% DV
Vitamin A
378µg · 42% DV
Vitamin C
19.8mg · 22% DV
Folate
75.6µg · 19% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.68mg · 30% DV
Iron
3.78mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Calcium
166mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
558mg · 16% DV
Sodium
104mg · 5% DV
Madimak with butter Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Madimak with butter
To burn the 140 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Madimak with butter?
Madimak with butter is a home-style dish from central Anatolia, especially associated with Sivas. It is made by cooking madimak, a foraged wild green, with butter; some household versions also include onion or bulgur. The leaves are sorted and washed carefully before cooking.
The cooked greens are tender, with a gently tangy, earthy flavour, while butter gives the dish a rounded richness. In Turkey it may be served with bread or alongside other dishes, often with yogurt. Madimak contributes fibre and is relatively low in calories, though the butter adds fat. For a lighter meal, use a modest amount of butter and serve it with plain yogurt or another vegetable dish.
How Nutritious Is Madimak with butter?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Madimak with butter Processed?
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.
Does Madimak with butter Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Madimak with butter Good For?
Vegan
— Not 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
Madimak with butter Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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