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Mehir is a nutritious wild herb consumed raw.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Mehir (Raw) (40 g) has 13 calories. That works out to 32 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 100 µg of Vitamin K covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 40 g
13
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 31% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
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) | 40 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 6 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 30 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 26 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 80 g | 26 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 250 g | 80 kcal |
Calculated from 32 calories per 100 g.
Mehir is the name used here for an edible wild herb that is consumed raw. Since local names can refer to different plants, confirm the plant’s identity with a reliable local source before foraging.
Yes, mehir is eaten raw. Wash it thoroughly under running water first, and only eat a wild plant when you are certain it has been correctly identified as edible.
Mehir is a local name, so it may not identify the same plant everywhere. Use a trusted regional plant guide or an experienced local expert rather than relying on a photo or a common name alone.
Rinse mehir gently under cool running water, separating the leaves so soil and grit can wash away. Drain and dry it before serving raw; washing does not make a misidentified wild plant safe to eat.
The edible parts depend on which plant is called mehir in your area. Use only parts confirmed as edible for that species, and discard damaged or unusually tough sections.
Wash and dry mehir, then chop it and mix it into a salad shortly before serving. Adding the dressing at the end helps keep the raw leaves from becoming limp.
Keep unwashed mehir dry, loosely wrapped in paper, and refrigerated. If you have already washed it, dry it well before storing; discard leaves that become slimy, wilted, or unpleasant-smelling.
Mehir’s season depends on the local climate and which plant the name refers to. Wild herbs are often gathered when their young growth appears, so check regional guidance for the right time and identification.
Pick mehir only where you can identify it confidently and the area is unlikely to be polluted. Avoid roadsides and sprayed fields, and wash gathered leaves thoroughly before eating them raw.
Mehir is commonly consumed raw, but whether it is also cooked depends on the plant and local tradition. Confirm the species and its safe uses before trying an unfamiliar preparation.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
100µg · 83% DV
Vitamin A
168µg · 19% DV
Vitamin C
15.2mg · 17% DV
Folate
27.2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Iron
0.88mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
164mg · 5% DV
Calcium
44mg · 4% DV
Sodium
24mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 13 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (40 g):
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Raw mehir is a wild edible herb, eaten for its fresh leaves rather than cooked into a dish. It is associated with regional food traditions in Turkey, where wild greens are often gathered and enjoyed in season. Its flavour is fresh and green, while the leaves are crisp with a lightly fibrous bite. Serve it washed and chopped alongside a meal, or dress it simply with lemon and olive oil. It contributes fibre to a vegetable-focused plate. If you are trying it for the first time, start with a small portion and make sure any foraged leaves 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
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.